Sago palms are famous decorative plants on the Coast and the Pacific. As a pet parent, you need to be cautious about this plant. They are toxic to your pet.
Sago palms have this harmful compound called cycasin. It immediately deteriorates your pet's protein, followed by multiple dysfunctions of his organs. Although it's all over the plant, the seed tends to have the most amount of toxin. Your pet may find it delicious, so be attentive to what your pet is chewing.
The symptoms of sago palm poisoning include the following:
- Vomiting
- Painful tummy
- Depression
- Coma
- Death
Death is usually caused by acute liver failure, loss of protein through the dog’s gastrointestinal tract, and acute liver failure. A blood clotting disorder called disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) can also develop which can further complicate the treatment and possibly worsen the prognosis.
If you think or have seen your pet consume sago palm, you should call your veterinary hospital Tumwater, WA immediately. You may be asked to bring in your pet immediately even before toxic symptoms are evident.
