Risks
- All parts of Western whorled milkweed are toxic to dogs due to its poisonous sap. -The plant’s milky latex contains cardiac glycosides and neurotoxins that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy if consumed.
- In large amounts, ingestion can lead to severe symptoms like breathing difficulties, seizures, and even coma.
- Whorled varieties of milkweed are considered some of the most toxic species to dogs.
