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Is Begonia 'Orange Rubra' toxic to dogs?

Begonia × 'Orange Rubra'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — begonia 'orange rubra' 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 parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate begonia 'orange rubra'

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

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

Is begonia 'orange rubra' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is begonia 'orange rubra' toxic to dogs?

Yes — begonia 'orange rubra' 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 parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats begonia 'orange rubra'?

The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground parts. Ingestion typically causes vomiting and oral irritation/salivation in cats and dogs, and kidney failure in grazing animals. Keep out of reach of 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 'orange rubra'.

What should I do if my dog ate begonia 'orange rubra'?

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 'orange rubra' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia 'Orange Rubra' is toxic to cats as well. See the full begonia 'orange rubra' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to begonia 'orange rubra'?

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 'orange rubra' pet-safety