Is Acer rubrum 'Autumn Blaze' toxic to dogs?

No — acer rubrum 'autumn blaze' 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 is a hybrid of red maple (Acer rubrum), which the ASPCA lists as non-toxic to dogs and cats, so it is considered pet-safe for them. Caution for horse owners: red maple foliage is TOXIC to horses — wilted leaves cause haemolytic anaemia via pyrogallol — so keep leaves and prunings out of horse pasture.

Yes — the ASPCA lists acer rubrum 'autumn blaze' 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 rubrum 'Autumn Blaze' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full acer rubrum 'autumn blaze' 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.