Pet emergency
My dog ate Rivieri Voodoo Lily — what to do
Step by step
- Take rivieri voodoo lily 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 rivieri voodoo lily — FAQ
Is rivieri voodoo lily poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists Rivieri Voodoo Lily (Amorphophallus rivieri) as toxic to dogs. The ASPCA does not list this species individually, but it is an aroid (Araceae) and, like the ASPCA-listed relatives in this family, the tuber, stems and leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing in cats and dogs. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets.
How serious is it if my dog ate rivieri voodoo lily?
Rivieri Voodoo Lily 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. The ASPCA does not list this species individually, but it is an aroid (Araceae) and, like the ASPCA-listed relatives in this family, the tuber, stems and leaves contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides. Chewing causes intense oral burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing in cats and dogs. Treat as toxic and keep 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 rivieri voodoo lily well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is rivieri voodoo lily toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- Rivieri Voodoo Lily and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide