Is Carnation Toxic to Pets?
Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to dogs. Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to horses.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Dianthus caryophyllus
- Toxic compound
- Unknown irritant
- Toxic parts
- All parts
- Also known as
- dianthus, pinks
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Horses (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
What to do
If your cat ate carnation
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your cat is small, young or elderly.
If your dog ate carnation
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your dog is small, young or elderly.
If your horse ate carnation
- Remove any plant material from your horse's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your horse is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
Carnations cause mild stomach upset and occasional skin irritation.
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Frequently asked questions
Is carnation toxic to cats?
Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Is carnation toxic to dogs?
Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Is carnation toxic to horses?
Yes — carnation is mildly toxic to horses. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Which parts of carnation are toxic?
All parts.
What makes carnation toxic?
Unknown irritant.