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Is Arctic Bell-heather toxic to dogs?

Cassiope tetragona

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists arctic bell-heather 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. Cassiope tetragona is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic or Non-Toxic plant database. As a member of Ericaceae, a family that includes grayanotoxin-containing genera such as Kalmia and Rhododendron, it is classified as mildly toxic on a precautionary basis. Do not allow pets to consume the foliage; seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your dog ate arctic bell-heather

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move arctic bell-heather 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 arctic bell-heather to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is arctic bell-heather toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is arctic bell-heather toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists arctic bell-heather 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. Cassiope tetragona is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic or Non-Toxic plant database. As a member of Ericaceae, a family that includes grayanotoxin-containing genera such as Kalmia and Rhododendron, it is classified as mildly toxic on a precautionary basis. Do not allow pets to consume the foliage; seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats arctic bell-heather?

Cassiope tetragona is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic or Non-Toxic plant database. As a member of Ericaceae, a family that includes grayanotoxin-containing genera such as Kalmia and Rhododendron, it is classified as mildly toxic on a precautionary basis. Do not allow pets to consume the foliage; seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs. 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 arctic bell-heather.

What should I do if my dog ate arctic bell-heather?

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 arctic bell-heather toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Arctic Bell-heather is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full arctic bell-heather pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to arctic bell-heather?

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 arctic bell-heather pet-safety