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Is Anthurium andraeanum 'Midori' toxic to dogs?

Anthurium andraeanum 'Midori'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium andraeanum 'midori' 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 classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides) that, when chewed, embed in the mouth and cause intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and trouble swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium andraeanum 'midori'

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

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

Is anthurium andraeanum 'midori' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium andraeanum 'midori' toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium andraeanum 'midori' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides) that, when chewed, embed in the mouth and cause intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and trouble swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium andraeanum 'midori'?

ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (raphides) that, when chewed, embed in the mouth and cause intense oral irritation, drooling, vomiting, and trouble swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children and wash hands after handling. 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 anthurium andraeanum 'midori'.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium andraeanum 'midori'?

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 anthurium andraeanum 'midori' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium andraeanum 'Midori' is toxic to cats as well. See the full anthurium andraeanum 'midori' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium andraeanum 'midori'?

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 anthurium andraeanum 'midori' pet-safety