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Is Anthurium plowmanii toxic to dogs?

Anthurium plowmanii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium plowmanii 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. The ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling sap.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium plowmanii

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

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

Is anthurium plowmanii toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium plowmanii toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium plowmanii 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. The ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling sap.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium plowmanii?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling sap. 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 plowmanii.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium plowmanii?

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 plowmanii toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium plowmanii?

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 plowmanii pet-safety