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 Pet Central
Q&A
Q: Which plants are
toxic to cats? -- C.P., Schaumburg, Ill.
A: There are about
100 kinds of plants considered dangerous to cats. Any member of the lily
family can make a cat seriously ill. Azaleas can cause vomiting, cardiovascular
collapse or coma. Baby’s breath can cause severe stomach upset. And marijuana
can cause depression. A list of toxic plants is available for $10 from
the ASPCA/National Animal Poison Control Center. Write: ASPCA/NAPCC, 1717
S. Philo Rd., Suite 36, Urbana, IL 61802. If you require immediate help,
call their hotline, 800-548-2423 or 900-680-0000 (the fee is $30 per call).
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