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Is Botterboom toxic to dogs?

Tylecodon paniculatus

Toxic to dogs

Yes — botterboom 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. Tylecodon paniculatus is highly toxic. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; T. paniculatus was historically known as Cotyledon paniculata and shares the same toxic compounds. These glycosides cause 'krimpsiekte' (a neuromuscular disease) in livestock. ASPCA lists Cotyledon as toxic to cats and dogs; the same hazard applies to Tylecodon. Ingestion can be fatal; keep strictly away from all pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate botterboom

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

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

Is botterboom toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is botterboom toxic to dogs?

Yes — botterboom is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Tylecodon paniculatus is highly toxic. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; T. paniculatus was historically known as Cotyledon paniculata and shares the same toxic compounds. These glycosides cause 'krimpsiekte' (a neuromuscular disease) in livestock. ASPCA lists Cotyledon as toxic to cats and dogs; the same hazard applies to Tylecodon. Ingestion can be fatal; keep strictly away from all pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats botterboom?

Tylecodon paniculatus is highly toxic. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; T. paniculatus was historically known as Cotyledon paniculata and shares the same toxic compounds. These glycosides cause 'krimpsiekte' (a neuromuscular disease) in livestock. ASPCA lists Cotyledon as toxic to cats and dogs; the same hazard applies to Tylecodon. Ingestion can be fatal; keep strictly away from all pets and children. 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 botterboom.

What should I do if my dog ate botterboom?

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 botterboom toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Botterboom is toxic to cats as well. See the full botterboom pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to botterboom?

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 botterboom pet-safety