Are poinsettias poisonous to animals ( puppies) ?

No. No and No. Every other answer so far is totally wrong.

It's a total urban legend. Don't worry and enjoy Christmas!

Are poinsettias poisonous to animals ( puppies) ?
yes they are.they very dangerous if eaten.
Reply:They are not. (It's amazing how many people will answer something they know nothing about.)http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/p/p...
Reply:a lot of plants are My mom's dog eat a rose when we weren't looking and was sick for a week--poor thing
Reply:yes...keep all animals away!!!!!
Reply:yes, keep them high. It probably won't kill them if they eat it but they will throw up at least.
Reply:Yes!Keep them well out of reach!

And remember puppies are for life not just for Christmas!
Reply:yes! keep them off the floor.



at least thats what the lady on the Today show said this morning....
Reply:Yes they are if they have access to chew on the plants and puppies WILL chew on plants. You can have them....just don't let the puppy in chewing range of the plant...
Reply:Yes
Reply:Yes
Reply:yes they are poisonous to animal adn dogs

please keep out of reach of the dogs
Reply:Well, ya learn something new every day.



I am one of the large majority who would have answered yes.



So now I know better. :-)



Thanks!
Reply:Well, yes in general poinsettias are poisonous for animals, and a puppy's digestion system is probably not quite up to par. However in general all that will happen is that your dog will barf, have diherria, or drooling.



It'd be a good idea to make sure you're dog drinks lots of water if it accidently gets one, and you should call your vet too and see what he or she says you should do.



Just keep em up high around the holidays and make keep an eye on your puppy around them.



Good luck and much love,

?Morgan
Reply:yes very much so... poisonous to you too, but you're smart enough not to eat it.
Reply:according to the ASPCA they are not. but they can make a pet sick to their stomachs, but they are NOT deadly
Reply:Yes, they are very poisonous
Reply:Oh yes, they're extremely poisonous.
Reply:Some people say they are poisonous to cats and dogs. Even if this is not true, I wouldn't take any chances with a beloved pet.
Reply:Yes they are, so if you're thinking about getting one this Christmas, keep it out of your dog's reach.
Reply:Poinsettias were once thought to be highly poisonous. The toxicity of poinsettias is actually quite low but ingesting the leaves or flowers can cause stomach upset and skin, eye and mucous membrane irritation.



The berries of some varieties of holly are toxic. They can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and possible central nervous system depression. Keep holly out of reach and pick up fallen berries immediately. If berries are ingested, induce vomiting as soon as possible and seek medical attention.



Certain varieties of mistletoe contain toxins that can cause stomach and intestinal irritation, diarrhea, and a decrease in blood pressure and pulse. Some veterinarians recommend that vomiting be induced following ingestion of mistletoe leaves, stems, or berries.



Christmas cactus can cause upset stomach, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea.



Eating Amaryllis bulbs can cause vomiting, collapse, and respiratory distress and can be fatal, especially in puppies and very old dogs.



If you think your dog may have eaten parts of a toxic plant, call your veterinarian. Even normally non-toxic plants can make a dog sick if they've recently been sprayed with chemical pesticides. Possible symptoms are excessive salivation, runny nose, watery eyes, skin rash, breathing or swallowing difficulties, vomiting or convulsions.
Reply:yes