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Are hostas and daylilies toxic for my dog? Garden safety tips.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 58 lbs

We got Buddy this November. We have a big garden and are concerned that we have many hostas and day lilies. Are these toxic to dogs?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on March 10th, 2019

Hostas are toxic to dogs and may cause vomiting, diarrhea and/or lethargy of ingested in sufficient quantities. Daylilies are not toxic, but you must be sure they aren't true Lilies which are extremely toxic to dogs. To be safe, restrict access to areas where these plants grow.

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