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Is Audrey Fig toxic to dogs?

Ficus benghalensis 'Audrey'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — audrey fig 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Ficus species as toxic, with the toxic principles ficin (a proteolytic enzyme) and ficusin (psoralen) found in the milky sap. Ingestion or sap contact can cause oral and dermal irritation, drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea and decreased appetite. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when pruning.

What to do if your dog ate audrey fig

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

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

Is audrey fig toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is audrey fig toxic to dogs?

Yes — audrey fig is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Ficus species as toxic, with the toxic principles ficin (a proteolytic enzyme) and ficusin (psoralen) found in the milky sap. Ingestion or sap contact can cause oral and dermal irritation, drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea and decreased appetite. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when pruning.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats audrey fig?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Ficus species as toxic, with the toxic principles ficin (a proteolytic enzyme) and ficusin (psoralen) found in the milky sap. Ingestion or sap contact can cause oral and dermal irritation, drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea and decreased appetite. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when pruning. 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 audrey fig.

What should I do if my dog ate audrey fig?

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 audrey fig toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Audrey Fig is toxic to cats as well. See the full audrey fig pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to audrey fig?

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 audrey fig pet-safety