Pet safety
Is Acer capillipes toxic to dogs?
Acer capillipes
No — acer capillipes is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but ornamental snakebark maples are not classed as toxic to cats or dogs; the ASPCA lists only Acer rubrum, and that specifically for horses. This species is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. As a maple-wide precaution, keep horses away from wilted maple leaves.
Is acer capillipes toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is acer capillipes toxic to dogs?
No — acer capillipes is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, but ornamental snakebark maples are not classed as toxic to cats or dogs; the ASPCA lists only Acer rubrum, and that specifically for horses. This species is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. As a maple-wide precaution, keep horses away from wilted maple leaves.
Is acer capillipes safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists acer capillipes as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is acer capillipes toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Acer capillipes is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full acer capillipes pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full acer capillipes pet-safety
- Is acer capillipes toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is acer capillipes toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete acer capillipes care guide