Is Daylily Toxic to Cats?

Yes — daylily is toxic to cats and can be fatal.

Toxic

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.

Symptoms to watch for

Vomiting
Drooling
Loss of appetite
Hiding or lethargy
Drinking and urinating more, then less
Acute kidney failure within 1-3 days; can be fatal

Toxic parts

All parts

Toxic compound

Unknown water-soluble toxin

What to do now

Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
Note roughly how much was eaten and when.

Good to know

Daylilies are not true lilies but have the same kidney-damaging effect in cats. They are considered non-toxic to dogs.

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Frequently asked questions

Is daylily toxic to cats?

Yes — daylily is toxic to cats and can be fatal. Daylilies are not true lilies but have the same kidney-damaging effect in cats. They are considered non-toxic to dogs.

What are the symptoms of daylily poisoning in cats?

Vomiting. Drooling. Loss of appetite. Hiding or lethargy. Drinking and urinating more, then less. Acute kidney failure within 1-3 days; can be fatal.

What should I do if my cat ate daylily?

Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate. Note roughly how much was eaten and when.

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