Description

Hairy Vetch is a legume that is grown for stabilization in soil and as a winter cover crop. They have fern-like leaves and purple and white flowers that grow upward in a cluster.

For Your Pet

Hairy Vetch is poisonous to cattle, horses, and wild animals if ingested. The seeds contain cyanide. Symptoms can include vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, loss of appetite, and lethargy to most animals.

Warning

Do not feed your pet Hairy Vetch as it can cause serious illness.

Resources

If you believe that your pet has been poisoned immediately call your vet or one of the animal poison control hotlines on this list.

Resource Links

Poison Control Hotlines to Contact if You Suspect Pet Poisoning