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Is American mountain ash toxic to dogs?

Sorbus americana

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists american mountain ash 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. Raw berries contain parasorbic acid and cyanogenic compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset in dogs, cats, and humans if eaten in quantity. Berries are traditionally used after cooking or frost, which neutralises parasorbic acid. ASPCA does not individually list Sorbus americana, but the raw fruit should be treated as mildly toxic until processed.

What to do if your dog ate american mountain ash

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

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

Is american mountain ash toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is american mountain ash toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists american mountain ash 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. Raw berries contain parasorbic acid and cyanogenic compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset in dogs, cats, and humans if eaten in quantity. Berries are traditionally used after cooking or frost, which neutralises parasorbic acid. ASPCA does not individually list Sorbus americana, but the raw fruit should be treated as mildly toxic until processed.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats american mountain ash?

Raw berries contain parasorbic acid and cyanogenic compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset in dogs, cats, and humans if eaten in quantity. Berries are traditionally used after cooking or frost, which neutralises parasorbic acid. ASPCA does not individually list Sorbus americana, but the raw fruit should be treated as mildly toxic until processed. 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 american mountain ash.

What should I do if my dog ate american mountain ash?

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 american mountain ash toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: American mountain ash is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full american mountain ash pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to american mountain ash?

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 american mountain ash pet-safety