• Cycad Pams

    Many species, but mainly the sago palm and fern palm/false sago palm.  In my experience this is the more common plant toxicity seen at Northshore Animal Hospital.  It is also a commonly used plant in landscaping for some of the newer subdivision in Mandeville.  The toxin is present in all parts of the plant but highest in the seeds.  Ingestion of 1-2 seeds can cause several clinical signs and death.  Initial symptoms are vomiting, hypersalivation, excessive drinking.  After a few days the symptoms worsen and eventually lead to death.  Prognosis is poor once liver death has occurred.