Dangers outside and in the garden

27 January 2026

Many trees can be dangerous if a dog eats them which many dogs can do.

 If you are in a new area, moving home or your dog is staying with a friend. Here are a list of trees to be concerned about.. the issues may occur with leaves seeds and wood.



Yew

Heart problems and breathing


Sycamore

Heart damage and damaged muscles can lead to kidney failure


Laburnum

Vomiting seizures and neurological signs


Cherry Laurel

Breathing and collapse


Oak

Irritate gut and damage kidneys


Elder

Vomiting  - death in large quantities


Horse chestnut

Lethargy and diarrhoea


Azalea and Rhododendron

Cause irregular heartbeats – vomiting and diarrhoea


A muzzle can protect a dog if they tend to scavenge. I am a Muzzle Up Movement ambassador and you can get money off here.

If you are having trouble with your dogs guarding and picking things up on walks, reach out.


Reference: Tree safety: oaks, sycamores and more pose threats to our pets – what to watch out for. Nicole Olewinski , Pet and Vet Magazine. Issue 7: August 2025

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