Is Weed killer Toxic to Pets?

Yes — weed killer is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — weed killer is mildly toxic to dogs.

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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.

Toxic compound: Herbicides such as glyphosate
Toxic parts: Concentrate, wet spray
Also known as: herbicide, roundup, glyphosate

Symptoms

Cats (mildly toxic)

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Reduced appetite
Drooling

Dogs (mildly toxic)

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Reduced appetite
Drooling

What to do

If your cat ate weed killer

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 weed killer

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.

Good to know

Most consumer weed killers cause stomach upset if a pet licks wet product or drinks from a sprayer. Keep pets off until the product dries and follow the label.

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Frequently asked questions

Is weed killer toxic to cats?

Yes — weed killer is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.

Is weed killer toxic to dogs?

Yes — weed killer is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.

Which parts of weed killer are toxic?

Concentrate, wet spray.

What makes weed killer toxic?

Herbicides such as glyphosate.

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