Lachenalia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, native to southern Africa. The bulbs and leaves of Lachenalia contain a number of toxic compounds, including bufadienolides, which can cause a variety of symptoms in dogs, including:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Seizures
- Respiratory depression
- Death
If you think your dog has eaten any part of a Lachenalia plant, it is important to seek veterinary care immediately. Treatment will depend on the severity of the symptoms and may include:
- Inducing vomiting
- Administering activated charcoal to absorb the toxins
- Providing supportive care, such as fluids and electrolytes
- Monitoring the dog’s heart rate and rhythm
Prevention is always better than cure, so it is important to keep Lachenalia plants out of reach of dogs. If you are growing Lachenalia plants in your garden, be sure to fence them off or place them in a raised bed where dogs cannot reach them. You should also be aware of any wild Lachenalia plants that may be growing in your area and take steps to keep your dog away from them.
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