Dogs · Fruits & Vegetables

Can dogs or cats eat rhubarb (especially leaves)?

Not safe severity: severe

The problem compound: soluble calcium oxalates. For: dogs & cats.

A garden plant that ends up in desserts; the leaves carry the oxalate load. Pets chewing garden plants is how this happens.

Symptoms to watch

droolingvomitingtremorsweaknesskidney issues

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control. Reference information — not a substitute for your veterinarian, who knows your pet's history.

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