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If your dog ate schwantesia pillansii — 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.

Schwantesia pillansii is mildly toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

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My dog ate Schwantesia pillansii — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take schwantesia pillansii 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 schwantesia pillansii — FAQ

Is schwantesia pillansii poisonous to dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Schwantesia pillansii (Schwantesia pillansii) as mildly toxic to dogs. Schwantesia pillansii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so we treat its status as uncertain and advise confirming with a vet before relying on it around pets. Related listed Aizoaceae genera (Ice Plant/Lampranthus, Dinteranthus) are ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs, but without a species-level entry we will not label this plant pet-safe.

How serious is it if my dog ate schwantesia pillansii?

Schwantesia pillansii is mildly toxic, so most dogs get short-lived mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a life-threatening reaction. It is still worth a vet call to be safe, especially if your dog ate a lot or symptoms persist.

What symptoms should I watch for?

Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Schwantesia pillansii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so we treat its status as uncertain and advise confirming with a vet before relying on it around pets. Related listed Aizoaceae genera (Ice Plant/Lampranthus, Dinteranthus) are ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs, but without a species-level entry we will not label this plant pet-safe. 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 schwantesia pillansii well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

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