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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

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Cedar Tree

Also known as: Arborvitae, White Cedar, Northern White Cedar

plant • tree
Toxic compound: Thujone, essential oils (terpenes)

What Happens

Cedar essential oils are highly toxic causing severe vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and liver damage. Even small amounts of cedar oil dangerous.

Timeline

Symptoms within 1-4 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Severe vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, tremors, seizures, liver damage

Do This Right Now

Remove plant material immediately. Call vet or poison control. Do NOT induce vomiting if oils ingested.

When to Worry

Any ingestion is concerning. Watch for vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, tremors, seizures, difficulty breathing

Vet Consultation

Emergency care required. May need IV fluids, liver protection, seizure control.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.

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