Is Allium 'Mount Everest' toxic to dogs?

Yes — allium 'mount everest' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As an Allium, ASPCA classifies it as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The N-propyl disulfide it contains causes oxidative red-blood-cell damage and Heinz-body haemolytic anaemia, with signs such as vomiting, lethargy, weakness, pale gums, rapid heart rate, panting and blood-tinged urine. The bulbs hold the highest concentration; prevent pets from digging up or chewing any part of the plant.

As an Allium, ASPCA classifies it as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The N-propyl disulfide it contains causes oxidative red-blood-cell damage and Heinz-body haemolytic anaemia, with signs such as vomiting, lethargy, weakness, pale gums, rapid heart rate, panting and blood-tinged urine. The bulbs hold the highest concentration; prevent pets from digging up or chewing any part of the plant. 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 allium 'mount everest'.

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Allium 'Mount Everest' is toxic to cats as well. See the full allium 'mount everest' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.