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Is Armand's Clematis toxic to dogs?

Clematis armandii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — armand's clematis 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. Clematis armandii contains protoanemonin, the toxic compound present throughout the Clematis genus, listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritation of the oral mucosa. Contact with sap can also cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

What to do if your dog ate armand's clematis

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

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

Is armand's clematis toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is armand's clematis toxic to dogs?

Yes — armand's clematis is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Clematis armandii contains protoanemonin, the toxic compound present throughout the Clematis genus, listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritation of the oral mucosa. Contact with sap can also cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats armand's clematis?

Clematis armandii contains protoanemonin, the toxic compound present throughout the Clematis genus, listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritation of the oral mucosa. Contact with sap can also cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. 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 armand's clematis.

What should I do if my dog ate armand's clematis?

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 armand's clematis toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Armand's Clematis is toxic to cats as well. See the full armand's clematis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to armand's clematis?

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 armand's clematis pet-safety