Are marigolds poisonous to dogs?

Many owners do no know which plants are harmful to their pets. Although humans do not react severely to marigolds, the flower's poison can have a much more detrimental effect on dogs and cats. If your pup ingests marigolds, vomiting is likely to occur. read more

Other types of marigolds (Tagetes spp.), unlike pot marigolds, are considered mildly toxic to dogs when touched or ingested. Marigolds in the Tagetes genus include French marigolds (Tagetes patula) and African marigolds (Tagetes erecta), both of which grow in USDA zones 2 through 11. read more

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The marigold plant can be mildly toxic to dogs when ingested and can also cause irritation when contact is made with the fur and skin. Though the effects of this plant are not life-threatening in any way, your pet may experience discomfort with exposure. read more