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Is Almond 'Tuono' toxic to dogs?

Prunus dulcis 'Tuono'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists almond 'tuono' as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA classes the sweet almond kernels eaten by people as not toxic to pets, but almond belongs to Prunus, a genus the ASPCA lists as toxic because the leaves, twigs, bark and seed kernels contain cyanogenic glycosides. Chewed pits, foliage or any bitter-almond material can release cyanide, causing breathing distress, dilated pupils, shock and collapse in dogs and cats. Whole nuts also risk GI obstruction and pancreatitis; keep prunings and nuts away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate almond 'tuono'

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

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

Is almond 'tuono' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is almond 'tuono' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists almond 'tuono' as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. The ASPCA classes the sweet almond kernels eaten by people as not toxic to pets, but almond belongs to Prunus, a genus the ASPCA lists as toxic because the leaves, twigs, bark and seed kernels contain cyanogenic glycosides. Chewed pits, foliage or any bitter-almond material can release cyanide, causing breathing distress, dilated pupils, shock and collapse in dogs and cats. Whole nuts also risk GI obstruction and pancreatitis; keep prunings and nuts away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats almond 'tuono'?

The ASPCA classes the sweet almond kernels eaten by people as not toxic to pets, but almond belongs to Prunus, a genus the ASPCA lists as toxic because the leaves, twigs, bark and seed kernels contain cyanogenic glycosides. Chewed pits, foliage or any bitter-almond material can release cyanide, causing breathing distress, dilated pupils, shock and collapse in dogs and cats. Whole nuts also risk GI obstruction and pancreatitis; keep prunings and nuts 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 almond 'tuono'.

What should I do if my dog ate almond 'tuono'?

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 almond 'tuono' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Almond 'Tuono' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full almond 'tuono' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to almond 'tuono'?

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 almond 'tuono' pet-safety