My dog or cat ate English ivy and coleus. Are they toxic? What to do?

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Marco ate a small leaf from an English ivy plant. Should I worry is there anything I should do it just happened there's no symptoms yet of course. just not sure if I should do anything now give him anything please help!! I love my babies. They also got into a coleus plant I'm not sure if they ate any of it or not. They both was messing with both plant I just got home with them and didn't get them put up in time. Both my boys were in them. Thank you please help from a worried mom. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 10 months and 26 days old | 15 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

English Ivy may cause stomach upset if ingested in small amounts. Larger quantities may disrupt cardiac and neurological function. Coleus can be dangerous due to the essential oil it produces. Even light contact with it may cause skin irritation in pets. If licked, it can cause irritation in the mouth and GI tract. Monitor for lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, ataxia (wobbly gait), dilated pupils, low blood pressure and low heart rate. Seek veterinary attention immediately if any of these symptoms occur.

My dog or cat ate English ivy and coleus. Are they toxic? What to do?

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