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Is Aglaonema Rotundum toxic to dogs?

Aglaonema rotundum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — aglaonema rotundum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this applies to the genus including A. rotundum. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate aglaonema rotundum

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move aglaonema rotundum out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of aglaonema rotundum to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten aglaonema rotundum, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is aglaonema rotundum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is aglaonema rotundum toxic to dogs?

Yes — aglaonema rotundum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this applies to the genus including A. rotundum. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats aglaonema rotundum?

The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this applies to the genus including A. rotundum. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals causing oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Keep away from pets. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to aglaonema rotundum.

What should I do if my dog ate aglaonema rotundum?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is aglaonema rotundum toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Rotundum is toxic to cats as well. See the full aglaonema rotundum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to aglaonema rotundum?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full aglaonema rotundum pet-safety