Is Amish Paste Tomato toxic to dogs?

Yes — amish paste tomato is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Solanum lycopersicum). The toxic principle is solanine, found mainly in the leaves, stems and unripe green fruit; signs include hypersalivation, inappetence, severe GI upset, weakness, dilated pupils and slow heart rate. Only the fully ripe fruit is non-toxic.

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Solanum lycopersicum). The toxic principle is solanine, found mainly in the leaves, stems and unripe green fruit; signs include hypersalivation, inappetence, severe GI upset, weakness, dilated pupils and slow heart rate. Only the fully ripe fruit is non-toxic. 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 amish paste tomato.

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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Amish Paste Tomato is toxic to cats as well. See the full amish paste tomato 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.