Just one sprig of holly with its glossy, serrated leaves and red berries can transport an arrangement from “any day” to “holiday.” But are holly berries poisonous to pets or children that ...

Holly leaves and berries are also toxic to animals like dogs and cats. If ingested they can develop diarrhea and vomiting or neurological symptoms such as drowsiness and coma after eating a large ...

However, don't panic if your dog or cat eats some holly berries. "Severe symptoms after ingestion are not typical present in pets,” Wismer adds.