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If your dog ate arisaema elephas — do this now

  1. Take the plant away and clear any pieces from their mouth.
  2. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a professional.
  3. Call your vet now. If you cannot reach one, a poison-control line will triage you — ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both services charge a fee.

Arisaema elephas is toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

Pet emergency

My dog ate Arisaema elephas — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take arisaema elephas away and remove any plant material from your dog's mouth so they cannot eat more.
  2. Note roughly how much was eaten and when — this helps the vet judge the risk.
  3. Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to.
  4. Call your vet, or a poison-control line — (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both charge a consultation fee. Follow their advice.
  5. 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK.

My dog ate arisaema elephas — FAQ

Is arisaema elephas poisonous to dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Arisaema elephas (Arisaema elephas) as toxic to dogs. Toxic to cats and dogs. Arisaema (cobra lily / jack-in-the-pulpit) is an Araceae genus; the ASPCA lists jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) as toxic, and all parts of A. elephas contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling.

How serious is it if my dog ate arisaema elephas?

Arisaema elephas is toxic to dogs and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet, or (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK, 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Arisaema (cobra lily / jack-in-the-pulpit) is an Araceae genus; the ASPCA lists jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) as toxic, and all parts of A. elephas contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling. 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 a poison-control specialist specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call your vet, or (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK, and follow professional advice.

How do I stop this happening again?

Keep arisaema elephas well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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