New toxic plant warning from the SPCA:

According to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, dogs seem to be particularly attracted to the seeds and berries of the Brunfelsia plant, also known as “morning, noon and night” or “yesterday, today and tomorrow”, aptly named for its fragrant flowers that bloom in vivid purple and gradually change to lavender before fading to white.

Brunfelsia toxicity can progress very rapidly to a potentially lethal situation, so it’s critical that pet parents seek immediate veterinary care if pets consume any part of the plant. They can become ill within hours and develop gastrointestinal problems such as vomiting and diarrhea, as well as tremors, seizures and muscle rigidity that makes the animal appear to be in a ‘sawhorse’ stance. The most commonly affected breeds are Labradors and golden retrievers, who, because they are very active, may be more likely to get to the plant’s seeds and leaves. If you have Brunfelsia in your home or garden, please keep the plant in an area where pets can’t reach it, or replace it with a nontoxic alternative.