Many of the Dracaena species can be found indoors as they are all common houseplants.
Did you know that your dog or cat could get sick if they eat any part of the stems, bark, roots, leaves, or stems of any of these plants?
Because dracaena houseplants are not particularly dangerous, your pet can make a full recovery.
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Every pet owner I know is horrified at the thought of their pet’s suffering due to their choice to eat one of their indoor plants.
It looks like grass, so cats are more likely to be attracted to it than other plants. This creates another problem.
It is well-known that cats and dogs love to graze on grass. We are fortunate that their temperaments can be a deterrent.
This article will cover the symptoms and treatment of dracaena poisoning in dogs. We also talk about what might make these houseplants dangerous for your pets and furry friends.
Saponin is the chemical responsible for animal suffering.
This term comes from the Latin word for soap, “sapon.” After being shaken, saponins make foam when mixed with water.
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D.mannii is often referred to as “the soap tree of West Africa” because of this.
A variety of saponins have been isolated from plants belonging to the Dracaena genus.
Saponins come in many different combinations depending on the species.
Each compound has a different level of toxicity. Some can cause severe illness in animals, while others are not as harmful.
This plant is used in West Africa as a traditional medicine. Its presence in the dracaena saponins may have contributed to its popularity.
Some saponins can be used in the manufacturing industry to produce foam that can be used in fire extinguishers and detergents.
However, it is not recommended to eat them.
Signs that your pet may have been poisoned by Dracaena
It is possible that your pet may be sneaking around eating your plants even though you aren’t looking. (Shocking!)
You may find missing pieces or suspect that your dogs are eating the greenery in the corner at night. It is a good idea to take the following steps to review the types of indoor flora you have chosen to grow for their benefit.
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Knowing what to look out for will make it easier to determine if your pet has eaten a dangerous houseplant.
The following symptoms may be caused by the ingestion of dracaena plants, which are only mildly poisonous.
If your pet has taken dracaena, it is important to contact your veterinarian immediately.
If your feline or canine companion shows any of these signs, it is possible that they may need immediate medical attention.
The symptoms may not disappear within 12 to 24 hours. During this time, pussy and Fido can become very dehydrated and may experience an electrolyte imbalance. Your veterinarian can help you resolve these problems.
Treatment
Undoubtedly, you are asking yourself: “What will she go through to become better?”
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There are two ways to answer this question. The first concern concerns poisons found in dracaena. The second concerns the plant itself.
Even though the plant does not contain poisons, your pet’s stomach might be irritated by eating the stems and leaves.
Intensive Fluids
If your pet is vomiting for a prolonged period of time, it’s possible she has become dehydrated.
She may be required to be admitted if she is severely dehydrated.
Inducing vomiting and nausea
If your cat can’t or won’t throw up the dracaena leaves, your vet might give your cat hydrogen peroxide to make it throw up.
Recovery
D. marginata is one of the most common species of this plant. However, it has not been proven to cause any fatalities in domestic animals.
If any part of the dracaena plant is inhaled by your pet within 24 hours, your vet should be able to help.
If you eat or poop out all of the plant material (leaves and bark), the symptoms should go away.
