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Is Blue Wild Rye toxic to dogs?

Elymus magellanicus

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists blue wild rye 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. Elymus magellanicus is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so a pet-safe status cannot be confirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Like grasses generally, ingesting large amounts of foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs.

What to do if your dog ate blue wild rye

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

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

Is blue wild rye toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is blue wild rye toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists blue wild rye 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. Elymus magellanicus is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so a pet-safe status cannot be confirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Like grasses generally, ingesting large amounts of foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats blue wild rye?

Elymus magellanicus is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so a pet-safe status cannot be confirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Like grasses generally, ingesting large amounts of foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. 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 blue wild rye.

What should I do if my dog ate blue wild rye?

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 blue wild rye toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Blue Wild Rye is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full blue wild rye pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to blue wild rye?

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 blue wild rye pet-safety