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If your dog ate pseudodracontium lacourii — 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.

Pseudodracontium lacourii is toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

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My dog ate Pseudodracontium lacourii — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take pseudodracontium lacourii 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 pseudodracontium lacourii — FAQ

Is pseudodracontium lacourii poisonous to dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Pseudodracontium lacourii (Pseudodracontium lacourii) as toxic to dogs. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pseudodracontium is an Araceae genus (close to Amorphophallus) whose tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides — the same toxic principle ASPCA cites for listed aroids. Treat as toxic to cats and dogs: chewing causes oral burning, drooling, swelling and vomiting. Keep away from pets and verify with a vet on any exposure.

How serious is it if my dog ate pseudodracontium lacourii?

Pseudodracontium lacourii 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pseudodracontium is an Araceae genus (close to Amorphophallus) whose tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides — the same toxic principle ASPCA cites for listed aroids. Treat as toxic to cats and dogs: chewing causes oral burning, drooling, swelling and vomiting. Keep away from pets and verify with a vet on any exposure. 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 pseudodracontium lacourii well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

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