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Is Begonia 'Black Fang' toxic to dogs?

Begonia × 'Black Fang'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — begonia 'black fang' 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. The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground/rhizomatous parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate begonia 'black fang'

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

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

Is begonia 'black fang' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is begonia 'black fang' toxic to dogs?

Yes — begonia 'black fang' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground/rhizomatous parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats begonia 'black fang'?

The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground/rhizomatous parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep away from pets. 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 begonia 'black fang'.

What should I do if my dog ate begonia 'black fang'?

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 begonia 'black fang' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia 'Black Fang' is toxic to cats as well. See the full begonia 'black fang' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to begonia 'black fang'?

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 begonia 'black fang' pet-safety