The following should be kept in mind to help insure that a quasi-judicial public hearing runs smoothly, is error-free, and is fair: 1  Be prepared! 2  Prior to the hearing, make sure that timely and proper notice was provided. 3  Have clear ground rules for conducting the hearing, and make printed copies available to the public.
The needles of many pine trees are toxic and may be dangerous, particularly to cattle and other livestock. Some plants tagged as pines, including Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) and Yew pine (Podocarpus macrophyllus), are not true pines, but both contain toxic compounds and should be planted with care. The needles of at least 20 familiar pine trees are toxic and present serious risk to livestock. Although the needles, as well as the bark and branch tips, are toxic to horses, goats and sheep, cattle are especially susceptible to potentially lethal reactions, including premature births and miscarriages.
Lemon Verbena Toxicity in Dogs. Lemon verbena is not usually toxic to humans or dogs. Siri Stafford/Lifesize/Getty Images. The strongest of the lemon-scented herbs, lemon verbena is commonly used to season poultry, fish and other dishes where a citrus flavor is desired.reatment. If your dog has consumed lemon verbena or any other of your garden plants and exhibits diarrhea, vomiting or unusually heavy panting, contact your veterinarian. The ASPCA provides an online database of toxic and nontoxic plants and offers a toll-free number to ASPCA Animal Poison Control.