Hellebores are highly toxic to cats and other pets.
If your cat ate a hellebore plant, the plant’s toxins can cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, depression, and weakness. In severe cases, the poisoning can lead to death.
If your cat has eaten a hellebore plant, you should seek veterinary attention immediately. Treatment will depend on the severity of the poisoning.
In the meantime, you can try to neutralize the toxins by giving your cat activated charcoal and water. You can also try to induce vomiting by giving your cat a small amount of hydrogen peroxide.
However, you should not attempt to induce vomiting if your cat is unconscious or has seizures.
Pets who have ingested hellebores should be monitored closely for signs of distress and taken to a veterinarian immediately. There is no specific antidote, but supportive care can help manage symptoms and improve the chances of survival.
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My cat ate an “hellebore fetidus”. What should I do? Answers should be in English.
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