Is Marigold Toxic to Pets?
Yes — marigold is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — marigold is mildly toxic to dogs. Yes — marigold 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
- Tagetes spp.
- Toxic compound
- Pyrethrins and irritating sap
- Toxic parts
- All parts
- Also known as
- french marigold, african marigold, tagetes
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
Horses (mildly toxic)
- Skin or mouth irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
What to do
If your cat ate marigold
- 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 marigold
- 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 marigold
- 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
French and African marigolds can cause mild stomach and skin irritation.
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Frequently asked questions
Is marigold toxic to cats?
Yes — marigold is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Is marigold toxic to dogs?
Yes — marigold is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Is marigold toxic to horses?
Yes — marigold is mildly toxic to horses. Common signs include skin or mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting.
Which parts of marigold are toxic?
All parts.
What makes marigold toxic?
Pyrethrins and irritating sap.
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