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If your dog ate tamarix-leaf savin juniper — 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.

Tamarix-leaf Savin Juniper is toxic to dogs (ASPCA).

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My dog ate Tamarix-leaf Savin Juniper — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take tamarix-leaf savin juniper 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 tamarix-leaf savin juniper — FAQ

Is tamarix-leaf savin juniper poisonous to dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Tamarix-leaf Savin Juniper (Juniperus sabina 'Tamariscifolia') as toxic to dogs. Juniperus sabina is a well-established toxic plant for dogs, cats, and horses. All parts — especially the berries and branch tips — contain the toxic volatile oil sabinenol (savin oil), sabinene, and podophyllotoxin. Ingestion causes vomiting, bloody diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, and in significant doses can cause kidney damage, low blood pressure, and seizures. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately if ingestion is suspected. Not listed on the ASPCA database by name, but widely documented as hazardous by veterinary poison control authorities.

How serious is it if my dog ate tamarix-leaf savin juniper?

Tamarix-leaf Savin Juniper 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. Juniperus sabina is a well-established toxic plant for dogs, cats, and horses. All parts — especially the berries and branch tips — contain the toxic volatile oil sabinenol (savin oil), sabinene, and podophyllotoxin. Ingestion causes vomiting, bloody diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, and in significant doses can cause kidney damage, low blood pressure, and seizures. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately if ingestion is suspected. Not listed on the ASPCA database by name, but widely documented as hazardous by veterinary poison control authorities. 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 tamarix-leaf savin juniper well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.

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