Is Sowbread toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sowbread is toxic to dogs. Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Sowbread toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sowbread is toxic to horses. Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Sowbread?

Our database flags Sowbread as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.

What should I do if my pet eats Sowbread?

Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

Is Sowbread toxic to cats, dogs? (Cyclamen spp)

Sowbread (Cyclamen spp) is marked as potentially toxic to cats, dogs, horses in the Plants4Pets database. Keep this plant out of reach of curious pets and read the species-specific notes below.

Photos of Sowbread (Cyclamen spp)

Sowbread (Cyclamen spp) — plant photo, pet toxicity guide — Photo: By Magnus Manske (talk) - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=69207443

Is Sowbread toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins
Dog Toxic Not verified

Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins
Horse Toxic Not verified

Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins

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Sowbread plant details and common names

Family: Primulaceae

Also known as: Cyclamen

Safety advice if a pet eats Sowbread

Many popular houseplants and garden species can cause vomiting, drooling, skin irritation or more serious symptoms when chewed by cats, dogs or horses. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace a veterinary consultation.

If your pet has eaten any part of Sowbread (Cyclamen spp), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

Found outdated or incorrect data? Use the report form below or e-mail kontakt@plants4pets.pl with the plant name, species affected and your source — we review every submission.

FAQ: Sowbread and pet toxicity

Is Sowbread toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sowbread is toxic to cats. Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Sowbread toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sowbread is toxic to dogs. Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Sowbread toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sowbread is toxic to horses. Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea. Following large ingestions of tubers: heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, death Toxic principles: Terpenoid saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Sowbread?: Our database flags Sowbread as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Sowbread?: Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

Primrose Primula vulgaris

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