Can they eat it? / Lavender
Can dogs and cats eat lavender?
Dogs
CarefulCats
CarefulThe plant is mildly toxic in quantity; the essential oil is the real hazard.
A nibble of lavender is unlikely to hurt. Lavender oil in diffusers and sprays can harm cats, who cannot process it.
What to watch for
Vomiting, lethargy; oil: drooling, wobbling, breathing trouble in cats.
If they ate it
Offer water, skip the next meal, and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
Careful for dogs means: fine in a small amount, prepared as described, and not for every pet; the details say when to skip it.
General information from veterinary guidance, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, call your vet or a pet poison line: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435. Charges may apply.