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Is Lanceolate Anubias toxic to dogs?

Anubias lanceolata

Toxic to dogs

Yes — lanceolate anubias 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. Anubias lanceolata is an Araceae aroid containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Anubias species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and swelling if chewed. Keep away from pets that chew aquatic plants or have access to the aquarium.

What to do if your dog ate lanceolate anubias

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

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

Is lanceolate anubias toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is lanceolate anubias toxic to dogs?

Yes — lanceolate anubias is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Anubias lanceolata is an Araceae aroid containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Anubias species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and swelling if chewed. Keep away from pets that chew aquatic plants or have access to the aquarium.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats lanceolate anubias?

Anubias lanceolata is an Araceae aroid containing insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. The ASPCA lists Anubias species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, causing oral irritation, pawing at the mouth, drooling, and swelling if chewed. Keep away from pets that chew aquatic plants or have access to the aquarium. 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 lanceolate anubias.

What should I do if my dog ate lanceolate anubias?

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 lanceolate anubias toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to lanceolate anubias?

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 lanceolate anubias pet-safety