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Is Alocasia Morocco toxic to dogs?

Alocasia 'Morocco'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — alocasia morocco 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. ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, oral swelling and difficulty swallowing.

What to do if your dog ate alocasia morocco

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

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

Is alocasia morocco toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is alocasia morocco toxic to dogs?

Yes — alocasia morocco is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, oral swelling and difficulty swallowing.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats alocasia morocco?

ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, oral swelling and difficulty swallowing. 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 alocasia morocco.

What should I do if my dog ate alocasia morocco?

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 alocasia morocco toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alocasia Morocco is toxic to cats as well. See the full alocasia morocco pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to alocasia morocco?

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 alocasia morocco pet-safety