Azalea
Veterinary Emergency
EMERGENCY. Immediate veterinary care. Even small ingestions of 0.2% body weight can be lethal.
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Plant Information
Rhododendron, Rosebay
Ericaceae
garden
Highly Toxic — Emergency Risk
Toxicity Details
all parts, especially leaves and nectar
Grayanotoxins
Within 6 hours
severe
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Cardiac failure
- Seizures
- Coma
- Death
What to Do
EMERGENCY. Immediate veterinary care. Even small ingestions of 0.2% body weight can be lethal.
Do not wait for symptoms. Call your vet or poison control immediately.
About Azalea
All Rhododendron species (including Azaleas) are severely toxic to pets. Grayanotoxins affect the heart and nervous system. Just a few leaves can be fatal. These are common garden shrubs, so outdoor pets are at particular risk.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: