AS the weather warms up more pet owners will be enjoying long walks with their furry friends.
But with so many roaming the British hillsides and gardens, keeping them from nibbling on the flowers and their bulbs is a must as some could be poisonous.
Luckily, dog trainer, Joe Nutkins has revealed what pet-owners should look out for with dog-friendly letting specialistCanine Cottages so you can keep your pooch safe.
Tulips
Although they're beautiful flowers and even often found in many but are proven to be extremely poisonous to .
It is wise to not let your dog near this plant, especially the bulb, which is the most poisonous part.
Symptoms of an ingested tulip include vomiting, drooling and diarrhoea. Even drinking the flowerpot water can prove poisonous to dogs.
Daffodils
Similar to tulips, daffodils can prove dangerous, with vomiting, salivating and cardiac arrhythmia among the worst symptoms.
If you have a dog, it would be wise to keep these plants in a secure location where the dog cannot reach them.
Snowdrops
These small flowers can cause quite a bit of damage to your pooch if ingested.
It’s the bulb of this plant that is the real danger, so if you have a pooch that loves digging, it would be smart to remove them from your garden.
While the bulb is the worst, the rest of the plant can cause your dog to become very poorly too, with symptoms like vomiting and diarrhoea occurring within a short time.
Bluebells
The common bluebell can be found across Britain’s woodland and is among the plants that are poisonous to dogs.
This plant grows close to the ground and is easy for dogs to bite.
Symptoms of ingesting this plant are very similar to previous plants, so make sure to note the flowers you see in case you need to reiterate what your pooch has eaten to your vet.
Crocus
This flower is a true sign spring is here, but is also very poisonous to your pooch.
In the worst cases, this flower can cause organ failure if ingested, as well as symptoms like vomiting, bloody diarrhoea and salivating.
If you spot your dog eating one of these flowers, call your vet immediately.
What to do if your dog eats a poisonous flower
If your dog decides to nibble on any of these plants, Joe Nutkins has shared what to do.
He said: “Typically, dogs would avoid eating a plant that they instinctively know is poisonous to them, more so when most of the plant, or all of it, will be dangerous.
“If your dog does manage to eat a plant or flower that is known to betoxicto dogs, call your vets while getting ready to take your dog directly to them.”
The pro also suggested calling your vet before you arrive, or getting someone else to, so they can be prepared can help.
And If your dog does eat a plant you suspect is poisonous or toxic, you can contact the Veterinary Poisons Information Service on 01202 509 000.
“Have info to hand that includes what plant your dog has eaten or a description of what it looks like – including the colour and any leaves, flowers or berries – as well as the size of your dog, and how much has been eaten.
“The hotline isn’t free but will be able to give you advice on whether your dog needs the vets urgently or not,” the pro added.
