I asked Google Bird what to do.
my question
My dog ate the flowers and leaves of my delphinium. Please tell me in detail what to do.
Google Bard’s answer
Delphiniums are poisonous plants to dogs. Ingestion can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramps, and difficulty breathing.
If your dog has eaten delphinium flowers or leaves, follow these steps.
- Check for delphinium residue in your dog’s mouth or vomit. If any remains, try to induce vomiting.
- Give your dog water or milk to make it spit out the poison.
- Visit a veterinary hospital immediately.
At a veterinary hospital, treatments such as laxatives, emetics, and antibiotics will be administered depending on your dog’s symptoms.
Note that delphinium flowers and leaves remain toxic even when dried. Therefore, care must be taken when planting delphiniums in gardens or flower beds to prevent dogs from accidentally ingesting them.
Below is a summary of the symptoms that your dog may experience if they eat delphiniums, and how to treat them.
| symptoms | Workaround |
|---|---|
| vomiting | After vomiting, give water or milk to flush out the stomach contents. |
| diarrhea | Stay hydrated and avoid dehydration. |
| abdominal pain | I’ll take it easy and see what happens. |
| convulsions | Calm the dog and take it to the vet. |
| difficulty breathing | Visit a veterinary hospital. |
If your dog eats delphiniums and notices any abnormalities, please consult a veterinarian immediately.