Description

Laurel is used as hedging or bordering a perimeter. They are an evergreen shrub or tree with tough dark green leaves with clusters of cream colored flowers, and grow small dark purple berries.

For Your Pet

Laurel, and any other Laurel plants (other than Bay Laurel) are poisonous. This plant contains cyanogenic glycosides and amygdalin, which can cause serious respiratory issues, diarrhea, and intense pain in the mouth.

Warning

Do not feed your pet Laurel 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