Pet safety
Is Silver Dollar Jadetoxic to cats & dogs?
Crassula arborescens
Quick verdict — at a glance
- Toxic to cats?
- Yes — toxic
- Toxic to dogs?
- Yes — toxic
- ASPCA classification
- Toxic to pets · botanical name Crassula arborescens
Is silver dollar jade safe for cats and dogs?
Toxic — the ASPCA lists silver dollar jade as a clear no for cats and dogs. The painful part for the pet is usually quick and intense; the right move is to keep it out of any room a pet roams unsupervised. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List, the most widely used reference for companion-animal plant safety in the US and the standard most UK vets cite as well. Crassula species, including the jade plants, are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion may cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Place out of reach of pets and call a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if ingestion is suspected.
| Pet | Toxic? | Per ASPCA |
|---|---|---|
| Cats | Yes | Toxic to pets |
| Dogs | Yes | Toxic to pets |
What happens if a pet eats silver dollar jade?
Crassula species, including the jade plants, are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion may cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Place out of reach of pets and call a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if ingestion is suspected. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later. If you see drooling, pawing at the mouth, head-shaking, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your pet has had access to silver dollar jade, treat it as a suspected ingestion and act on the steps below.
What to do if your pet ate silver dollar jade
- Remove any plant material from your pet's mouth and move silver dollar jade out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of silver dollar jade to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
This page is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide rather than the plant. If you are worried, always contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Pet-safe alternatives to silver dollar jade
Want the same look without the risk? These plants are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA and have similar care needs:
- Peperomia — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- Cast iron plant — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- Spider plant — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
- Ponytail palm — non-toxic to cats and dogs (care guide)
Silver Dollar Jade and pets — frequently asked questions
Is silver dollar jade toxic to cats?
Silver Dollar Jade (Crassula arborescens) is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Crassula species, including the jade plants, are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion may cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Place out of reach of pets and call a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if ingestion is suspected. Keep it out of reach and contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 if your cat chews it.
Is silver dollar jade toxic to dogs?
Per the ASPCA, Silver Dollar Jade (Crassula arborescens) is toxic to dogs. Dogs often chew more enthusiastically than cats, so a toxic plant like silver dollar jade is best removed from the floor and low shelves entirely.
What happens if my pet eats silver dollar jade?
Crassula species, including the jade plants, are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion may cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Place out of reach of pets and call a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if ingestion is suspected. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later. If you see drooling, pawing at the mouth, head-shaking, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your pet has had access to silver dollar jade, treat it as a suspected ingestion and act on the steps below.
What should I do if my cat or dog ate silver dollar jade?
Stay calm. Remove any remaining plant material from your pet's mouth and take the plant away so they cannot eat more. Note roughly how much was eaten and when. Do not make your pet vomit 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. Bringing a photo or a leaf of silver dollar jade to the appointment helps the vet treat it correctly.
What are pet-safe alternatives to silver dollar jade?
If you want a similar look without the risk, good non-toxic swaps include peperomia, cast iron plant, spider plant, ponytail palm. All of these are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA, so they suit a home where pets have access to your plants.
Full silver dollar jade care
Pet-safety is one piece of the picture. For light, watering, soil, and troubleshooting, see the complete silver dollar jade care guide, or browse the full pet-safe plant library to check another plant before you buy it.