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Is Big Blue Lilyturf toxic to dogs?

Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — big blue lilyturf 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. Liriope muscari is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats, containing steroidal saponins that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate big blue lilyturf

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

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

Is big blue lilyturf toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is big blue lilyturf toxic to dogs?

Yes — big blue lilyturf is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Liriope muscari is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats, containing steroidal saponins that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats big blue lilyturf?

Liriope muscari is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats, containing steroidal saponins that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. 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 big blue lilyturf.

What should I do if my dog ate big blue lilyturf?

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 big blue lilyturf toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Big Blue Lilyturf is toxic to cats as well. See the full big blue lilyturf pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to big blue lilyturf?

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 big blue lilyturf pet-safety