Is Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' toxic to dogs?

No — acer palmatum 'butterfly' 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. Acer palmatum is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database and is regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs (unlike red and silver maples, which are toxic to horses). Chewed leaves or splintered twigs may cause mild gastrointestinal upset or a choking risk, but no systemic poisoning.

Yes — the ASPCA lists acer palmatum 'butterfly' 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full acer palmatum 'butterfly' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.