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Is Red Twig Dogwood 'Arctic Fire' toxic to dogs?

Cornus sericea 'Farrow'

Non-toxic to dogs

No — red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA does not list any Cornus (dogwood) species as toxic and lists Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, so the genus including Cornus sericea is treated as non-toxic. ASPCA-grounded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The white berries are not considered poisonous, though eating many may cause mild stomach upset.

Is red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' toxic to dogs?

No — red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. The ASPCA does not list any Cornus (dogwood) species as toxic and lists Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, so the genus including Cornus sericea is treated as non-toxic. ASPCA-grounded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. The white berries are not considered poisonous, though eating many may cause mild stomach upset.

Is red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Red Twig Dogwood 'Arctic Fire' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full red twig dogwood 'arctic fire' pet-safety