Risks
- All parts of the black hellebore are toxic to dogs since they contain a mix of poisonous compounds such as saponins and cardiac glycosides.
- Excessive consumption of this plant will lead to stomach upset and cause issues like vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea in dogs. Neural symptoms may also occur, such as depression.
- Skin exposure to the sap of the black hellebore may cause temporary contact dermatitis.
