The hydrangea is one of the perennials whose dried plant parts are also slightly poisonous for animals. In addition to traces of hydrocyanic acid compounds, the plant contains the glycosides hydrangin, hydrangenol and saponins.
Hydrangeas are mildly toxic to dogs, but not fatal
Usually less dramatic consequences
If your dog eats the hydrangea, there is usually no risk of serious poisoning. In addition to stomach and intestinal disorders with diarrhea, which can be bloody, the hydrangea causes short-term circulatory disorders. There have been no reports of deaths in dogs after eating hydrangeas.
As with any suspected poisoning, you should take your pet to a veterinarian if necessary. Only he can judge whether treatment is necessary.
tips and tricks
When playing sticks with your dog, you should always make sure that the branch used comes from a non-toxic tree. Not only the hydrangea, but also many other ornamental plants contain active substances that can be released by gnawing during play and can get into the digestive tract of the animal.