Pet safety
Is Acer griseum toxic to dogs?
Acer griseum
No — acer griseum 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 maples other than Red Maple are not classed as toxic to cats or dogs; the ASPCA flags only Acer rubrum, and that specifically for horses. Paperbark maple is regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. As a precaution, keep horses away from wilted maple foliage of any species.
Is acer griseum toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is acer griseum toxic to dogs?
No — acer griseum 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 maples other than Red Maple are not classed as toxic to cats or dogs; the ASPCA flags only Acer rubrum, and that specifically for horses. Paperbark maple is regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. As a precaution, keep horses away from wilted maple foliage of any species.
Is acer griseum safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists acer griseum 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 griseum toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Acer griseum is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full acer griseum 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 griseum pet-safety
- Is acer griseum toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is acer griseum toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete acer griseum care guide