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Is Allium 'Purple Sensation' toxic to dogs?

Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — allium 'purple sensation' 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. As an Allium (ornamental onion), ASPCA classifies it as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle, N-propyl disulfide, causes oxidative damage to red blood cells leading to Heinz-body haemolytic anaemia; signs include vomiting, weakness, lethargy, rapid heart rate, panting and blood in the urine. Bulbs are especially concentrated. Keep pets from digging up or chewing bulbs, foliage or flowers.

What to do if your dog ate allium 'purple sensation'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move allium 'purple sensation' 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 allium 'purple sensation' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is allium 'purple sensation' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is allium 'purple sensation' toxic to dogs?

Yes — allium 'purple sensation' 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 (ornamental onion), ASPCA classifies it as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle, N-propyl disulfide, causes oxidative damage to red blood cells leading to Heinz-body haemolytic anaemia; signs include vomiting, weakness, lethargy, rapid heart rate, panting and blood in the urine. Bulbs are especially concentrated. Keep pets from digging up or chewing bulbs, foliage or flowers.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats allium 'purple sensation'?

As an Allium (ornamental onion), ASPCA classifies it as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle, N-propyl disulfide, causes oxidative damage to red blood cells leading to Heinz-body haemolytic anaemia; signs include vomiting, weakness, lethargy, rapid heart rate, panting and blood in the urine. Bulbs are especially concentrated. Keep pets from digging up or chewing bulbs, foliage or flowers. 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 'purple sensation'.

What should I do if my dog ate allium 'purple sensation'?

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 allium 'purple sensation' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Allium 'Purple Sensation' is toxic to cats as well. See the full allium 'purple sensation' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to allium 'purple sensation'?

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 allium 'purple sensation' pet-safety