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Is Atlantic Wild Indigo toxic to dogs?

Baptisia alba var. macrophylla

Toxic to dogs

Yes — atlantic wild indigo 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. Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities.

What to do if your dog ate atlantic wild indigo

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

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

Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is atlantic wild indigo toxic to dogs?

Yes — atlantic wild indigo is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats atlantic wild indigo?

Contains quinolizidine alkaloids, primarily cytisine, which are toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal spasms, and nausea. The bitter taste generally deters consumption but pets should be kept away from all plant parts. Note: Baptisia leucantha is now treated as a synonym for Baptisia alba var. macrophylla by most authorities. 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 atlantic wild indigo.

What should I do if my dog ate atlantic wild indigo?

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 atlantic wild indigo toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Atlantic Wild Indigo is toxic to cats as well. See the full atlantic wild indigo pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to atlantic wild indigo?

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 atlantic wild indigo pet-safety