Easter Lilies Can Kill Your Cat
Wednesday, February 21st, 2007 by Elle Woloszuk0 Comments |
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The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) are warning cat owners that Easter Lilies can cause kidney failure and death in cats.
“Easter lily, tiger lily, rubrum, Japanese show lily, some species of day lily, and certain other members of the Liliaceae family can cause kidney failure in cats,” says Dr. Sharon Gwaltney-Brant, Veterinary Toxicologist at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, “All parts of these lilies are considered toxic to cats and consuming even tiny amounts can be life threatening to your cat.”
Cat owners are incouraged to find alternatives to Easter Lilies such as vioets, flowering cactus, and orchids.
According to Michael W. Brim, Public Relations and Marketing Director for the Cat Fanciers’ Association, “Part of being a responsible pet owner is to educate yourself on the many different health issues facing your pet. Removing dangerous plants from your cat’s home is an important part in having safer, healthier and happier pets.”
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