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Is Anthurium Salgarense toxic to dogs?

Anthurium salgarense

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium salgarense 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. The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that, when chewed, cause oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium salgarense

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

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

Is anthurium salgarense toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium salgarense toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium salgarense is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that, when chewed, cause oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium salgarense?

The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that, when chewed, cause oral and tongue irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of 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 salgarense.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium salgarense?

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 salgarense toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium salgarense?

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 salgarense pet-safety