Pet emergency
My dog ate Anemone coronaria 'The Bride' — what to do
Step by step
- Take anemone coronaria 'the bride' 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 'the bride' — FAQ
Is anemone coronaria 'the bride' poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists Anemone coronaria 'The Bride' (Anemone coronaria 'The Bride') as toxic to dogs. Anemone coronaria is a buttercup-family (Ranunculaceae) plant 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 oral pain, drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea. Keep corms and cut stems away from pets.
How serious is it if my dog ate anemone coronaria 'the bride'?
Anemone coronaria 'The Bride' 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 a buttercup-family (Ranunculaceae) plant 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 oral 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 'the bride' well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is anemone coronaria 'the bride' toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- Anemone coronaria 'The Bride' and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide