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Is Anubias barteri var. barteri toxic to dogs?

Anubias barteri var. barteri

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias barteri var. barteri as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias is a member of the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA consistently lists as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (e.g. pothos, Monstera, Nephthytis). Treat with caution and verify with a vet; assume potential oral irritation if a pet chews the leaves.

What to do if your dog ate anubias barteri var. barteri

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

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

Is anubias barteri var. barteri toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anubias barteri var. barteri toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists anubias barteri var. barteri as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias is a member of the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA consistently lists as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (e.g. pothos, Monstera, Nephthytis). Treat with caution and verify with a vet; assume potential oral irritation if a pet chews the leaves.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anubias barteri var. barteri?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Anubias is a member of the arum family (Araceae), which the ASPCA consistently lists as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals (e.g. pothos, Monstera, Nephthytis). Treat with caution and verify with a vet; assume potential oral irritation if a pet chews the leaves. 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 anubias barteri var. barteri.

What should I do if my dog ate anubias barteri var. barteri?

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 anubias barteri var. barteri toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anubias barteri var. barteri is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full anubias barteri var. barteri pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to anubias barteri var. barteri?

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.

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