Ricinus effect cats dogs: Symptoms of Ricinus Ingestion

Ricinus effect cats dogs

Ricinus effect cats dogs: Symptoms of Ricinus Ingestion

Ricinus effect cats dogs – Ricinus is Castor Bean oil and it contains two poisonous substances, making it lethal to dogs, cats, and horses. It is composed of a highly toxic glycoprotein named ricin and an alkaloid known as ricine, which is found in both the leaves and the seeds of the poison plant.

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Ricinus effect cats dogs: The Ingredients in Ricinus

The common name of Ricinus communis is Castor Bean. It is also known as castor oil plant, mole bean plant, and African Wonder Tree. This perennial flowering plant is native from southeastern Mediterranean Basin.

There are several other compounds found in this plant. But our focus will be on ricin, whose lethal dose is usually four to eight seeds, for humans. It is a lot less for dogs and cats. According to the Guinness World of Record, it is the most poisonous common plant.

Ricinus effect cats dogs: Symptoms of Ricinus Ingestion

If your pet comes across castor oil plants, he might have taken a lethal dose of seeds and/or leaves. Symptoms begin within 2-4 hours. However, these can be delayed up to 36 hours.

Some of these symptoms include:

  • Burning of mouth and throat
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dog Diarrhea
  • Hypotension
  • Abdominal pain
  • Drooling
  • Trembling
  • Weakness
  • Kidney failure
  • Convulsions
  • Increase in thirst
  • Sudden collapse
  • Death

In the case of cats, the ingestion of as little as one ounce of seeds can be lethal. If left unattended for too long, the pet might experience a coma preceding death.

Ricinus effect cats dogs: What to do if a Pet Comes in Contact with the Plant

The most common way for pets to come in contact with the plant is when it is placed ornamentally close to him. Pruned foliage is another way in which pets might come in contact with the toxin.

If you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, you should contact a poison control center immediately or contact your veterinarian.

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