Pet emergency
My dog ate Rosa Bianca Aubergine — what to do
Step by step
- Take rosa bianca aubergine 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 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.
- 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 rosa bianca aubergine — FAQ
Is rosa bianca aubergine poisonous to dogs?
Yes — Rosa Bianca Aubergine (Solanum melongena 'Rosa Bianca') is regarded as toxic to dogs, based on genus- and family-level toxicity data. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classes the Solanum genus (nightshades) as toxic; the foliage, stems and unripe fruit of aubergine contain solanine-type glycoalkaloids. Signs of ingestion include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy, with neurological effects at higher doses. Cooked ripe fruit is usually tolerated, but the plant itself should be kept out of reach.
How serious is it if my dog ate rosa bianca aubergine?
Rosa Bianca Aubergine 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. The ASPCA classes the Solanum genus (nightshades) as toxic; the foliage, stems and unripe fruit of aubergine contain solanine-type glycoalkaloids. Signs of ingestion include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy, with neurological effects at higher doses. Cooked ripe fruit is usually tolerated, but the plant itself should be kept out of reach. 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 rosa bianca aubergine 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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