Spring Gardening Hazards

Katie Virtue
Mar 24
1 min read

Did you know that many common garden plants are toxic to dogs?

Avoid letting your dog dig up and/or play with:

Tulip bulbs
Daffodil bulbs
Hyacinth bulbs

Grass chemicals from your spring lawn revival can also be harmful to your dog.

Watch out for stomach upset, skin irritation, and signs of poisoning if ingested. Avoid freshly treated lawns for several days and wipe paws after walks.

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