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Is Anthurium Magnificum × Crystallinum toxic to dogs?

Anthurium magnificum × Anthurium crystallinum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium magnificum × crystallinum 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. As an Anthurium hybrid it falls under the genus the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, irritation of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium magnificum × crystallinum

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

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

Is anthurium magnificum × crystallinum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium magnificum × crystallinum toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium magnificum × crystallinum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As an Anthurium hybrid it falls under the genus the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, irritation of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium magnificum × crystallinum?

As an Anthurium hybrid it falls under the genus the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses). The toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, irritation of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children. 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 magnificum × crystallinum.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium magnificum × crystallinum?

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 magnificum × crystallinum toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium magnificum × crystallinum?

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 magnificum × crystallinum pet-safety