Pet emergency
My dog ate Anemone coronaria 'Meron Violet' — what to do
Step by step
- Take anemone coronaria 'meron violet' away and remove any plant material from your dog's mouth so they cannot eat more.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when — this helps the vet judge the risk.
- Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and follow their advice.
- Watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy, and bring a leaf or photo to the appointment.
This is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide as well as the plant. When in doubt, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435.
My dog ate anemone coronaria 'meron violet' — FAQ
Is anemone coronaria 'meron violet' poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists Anemone coronaria 'Meron Violet' (Anemone coronaria 'Meron Violet') as toxic to dogs. Anemone coronaria is in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and is toxic to cats and dogs. While the ASPCA does not list Anemone under its own name, the genus shares the family toxic principle ranunculin, which converts to the irritant protoanemonin when tissue is chewed. Signs include mouth pain, drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea. Keep corms and cut stems away from pets.
How serious is it if my dog ate anemone coronaria 'meron violet'?
Anemone coronaria 'Meron Violet' is toxic to dogs and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet or poison control on (888) 426-4435 straight away rather than waiting to see if symptoms develop.
What symptoms should I watch for?
Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Anemone coronaria is in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and is toxic to cats and dogs. While the ASPCA does not list Anemone under its own name, the genus shares the family toxic principle ranunculin, which converts to the irritant protoanemonin when tissue is chewed. Signs include mouth pain, drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea. Keep corms and cut stems away from pets. Any worsening or persistent symptoms warrant an immediate vet visit.
Should I make my dog vomit?
No — do not induce vomiting unless a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call (888) 426-4435 and follow professional advice.
How do I stop this happening again?
Keep anemone coronaria 'meron violet' well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is anemone coronaria 'meron violet' toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- Anemone coronaria 'Meron Violet' and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide