If your cat ate any part of a lily, this is a medical emergency and requires immediate action. Lilies are extremely toxic to cats and can cause rapid, severe kidney failure—even with very small exposure.
This includes not only eating the plant, but also licking pollen or drinking water from a vase.
If your cat has been exposed to a lily, take these steps immediately:
Call our veterinary team now: 425-800-8818
You can also contact ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 888-426-4435
Same-day urgent care appointments are available.
Yes, lilies are extremely toxic to cats. Even a small amount—such as a bite of a leaf or exposure to pollen—can cause acute kidney failure.
Highly toxic lilies include:
All parts of the plant are dangerous, including the leaves, petals, pollen, and water in the vase.
Symptoms can begin within a few hours and may worsen quickly. Common signs include:
Without treatment, kidney failure can develop within 24–72 hours.
You should contact a veterinarian immediately if:
Do not wait for symptoms—early treatment is critical and time-sensitive.
At L&L Animal Urgent Care, treatment must begin as soon as possible to protect kidney function.
Treatment may include:
Early and aggressive treatment greatly improves the chances of recovery.
Lily exposure in cats is always an emergency. Even if your cat seems normal, serious damage can occur quickly.
We offer same-day urgent care to help your cat receive immediate, life-saving care.
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