Is Tiger Lily Toxic to Pets?
Yes — tiger lily is toxic to cats and can be fatal. No — tiger lily is non-toxic to dogs.
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
- Lilium lancifolium
- Toxic compound
- Unknown water-soluble toxin
- Toxic parts
- All parts, including pollen and vase water
- Also known as
- lilium tigrinum, lilium lancifolium
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Drooling
- Loss of appetite
- Hiding or lethargy
- Drinking and urinating more, then less
- Acute kidney failure within 1-3 days; can be fatal
Dogs (non-toxic)
- Mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten
What to do
If your cat ate tiger lily
- 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.
If your dog ate tiger lily
- This is generally considered safe for dogs.
- Large amounts of any plant or unfamiliar food can still cause stomach upset.
- Call your vet if your dog seems unwell.
Good to know
Any part of a tiger lily can cause fatal kidney failure in cats. Get a cat to the vet immediately, even if it seems fine.
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Frequently asked questions
Is tiger lily toxic to cats?
Yes — tiger lily is toxic to cats and can be fatal. Common signs include vomiting, drooling, loss of appetite.
Is tiger lily toxic to dogs?
No — tiger lily is non-toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild stomach upset if a lot is eaten.
Which parts of tiger lily are toxic?
All parts, including pollen and vase water.
What makes tiger lily toxic?
Unknown water-soluble toxin.
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