For homes with cats Be careful with New Year's flowers
New Year's is a season when we often decorate with flowers and plants. In fact, some of the flowers that adorn the New Year can be dangerous to cats. Unknowingly decorating with these flowers can lead to tragic accidents, so please be aware of this.
- Nandina (Nandina) This red berry, often used in New Year's decorations, is believed to bring good luck and bring about good fortune. However, its berries are poisonous and prone to rolling, making it especially appealing to kittens. If ingested, it can cause breathing difficulties and seizures.
- Daffodil (Narcissus) Daffodils are often used in New Year's bouquets and arrangements because of their pleasant fragrance. However, daffodils are highly poisonous to both cats and humans. While cut flowers are now often available with the bulbs still attached, the bulbs are particularly dangerous. Accidental ingestion can cause serious illness, so never let your cat touch them.
・Wintersweet (Roubai) This branch of wintersweet, often seen at the end of the year, blooms with yellow flowers. It has a scent similar to daffodils, but both the flowers and branches are highly poisonous.
Many other spring flowers, such as tulips, sweet peas, and ranunculus, are poisonous to cats.
Many veterinary clinics are closed during the New Year holidays. If you have any concerns, please take the following precautions:
・Display the flowers in a place where cats cannot reach them. ・Place them in a room where cats cannot enter. ・Choose not to display them at all.
Take measures to the best of your ability, such as the following. May your precious family welcome the New Year in peace.