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Is Athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'Lady in Red' toxic to dogs?

Athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'Lady in Red'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' 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. Athyrium (lady fern) is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plant database, and lady fern foliage and rhizomes are reported to contain filicic-acid-type compounds that can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset in pets if eaten. It should not be assumed pet-safe; treat as mildly toxic, prevent ingestion, and verify with a vet.

What to do if your dog ate athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' 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 athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' 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. Athyrium (lady fern) is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plant database, and lady fern foliage and rhizomes are reported to contain filicic-acid-type compounds that can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset in pets if eaten. It should not be assumed pet-safe; treat as mildly toxic, prevent ingestion, and verify with a vet.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red'?

Athyrium (lady fern) is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plant database, and lady fern foliage and rhizomes are reported to contain filicic-acid-type compounds that can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset in pets if eaten. It should not be assumed pet-safe; treat as mildly toxic, prevent ingestion, and verify with a vet. 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 athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red'.

What should I do if my dog ate athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red'?

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 athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'Lady in Red' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red'?

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 athyrium angustum f. rubellum 'lady in red' pet-safety