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Is Anthurium eminens toxic to dogs?

Anthurium eminens

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium eminens 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium eminens

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

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

Is anthurium eminens toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium eminens toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium eminens is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium eminens?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Anthurium is listed by the ASPCA as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, drooling, swelling of the mouth and tongue, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after pruning. 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 eminens.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium eminens?

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 eminens toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium eminens?

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 eminens pet-safety