Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Baikal Skullcap toxic to dogs?

Scutellaria baicalensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists baikal skullcap 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. Scutellaria baicalensis is not individually listed by ASPCA for cats or dogs. Skullcap species as a group are not classified as severely toxic, but high-dose ingestion of root extracts may cause hepatotoxicity in sensitive individuals and gastrointestinal discomfort in pets. Treat as mildly toxic; keep away from pets and children, particularly the concentrated root preparations.

What to do if your dog ate baikal skullcap

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

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

Is baikal skullcap toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is baikal skullcap toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists baikal skullcap 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. Scutellaria baicalensis is not individually listed by ASPCA for cats or dogs. Skullcap species as a group are not classified as severely toxic, but high-dose ingestion of root extracts may cause hepatotoxicity in sensitive individuals and gastrointestinal discomfort in pets. Treat as mildly toxic; keep away from pets and children, particularly the concentrated root preparations.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats baikal skullcap?

Scutellaria baicalensis is not individually listed by ASPCA for cats or dogs. Skullcap species as a group are not classified as severely toxic, but high-dose ingestion of root extracts may cause hepatotoxicity in sensitive individuals and gastrointestinal discomfort in pets. Treat as mildly toxic; keep away from pets and children, particularly the concentrated root preparations. 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 baikal skullcap.

What should I do if my dog ate baikal skullcap?

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 baikal skullcap toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Baikal Skullcap is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full baikal skullcap pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to baikal skullcap?

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 baikal skullcap pet-safety