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If your dog ate botterboom — 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 or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 now.

Botterboom is toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

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My dog ate Botterboom — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take botterboom 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 the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and 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.

My dog ate botterboom — FAQ

Is botterboom poisonous to dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Botterboom (Tylecodon paniculatus) as toxic to dogs. Tylecodon paniculatus is highly toxic. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; T. paniculatus was historically known as Cotyledon paniculata and shares the same toxic compounds. These glycosides cause 'krimpsiekte' (a neuromuscular disease) in livestock. ASPCA lists Cotyledon as toxic to cats and dogs; the same hazard applies to Tylecodon. Ingestion can be fatal; keep strictly away from all pets and children.

How serious is it if my dog ate botterboom?

Botterboom 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. Tylecodon paniculatus is highly toxic. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; T. paniculatus was historically known as Cotyledon paniculata and shares the same toxic compounds. These glycosides cause 'krimpsiekte' (a neuromuscular disease) in livestock. ASPCA lists Cotyledon as toxic to cats and dogs; the same hazard applies to Tylecodon. Ingestion can be fatal; keep strictly away from all pets and children. 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 botterboom well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

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