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Is Broad-Leaved Grape Hyacinth toxic to dogs?

Muscari latifolium

Toxic to dogs

Yes — broad-leaved grape hyacinth 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 Muscari species as toxic to dogs and cats. The plants contain saponins and other irritant compounds that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy if ingested.

What to do if your dog ate broad-leaved grape hyacinth

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move broad-leaved grape hyacinth 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 broad-leaved grape hyacinth to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is broad-leaved grape hyacinth toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is broad-leaved grape hyacinth toxic to dogs?

Yes — broad-leaved grape hyacinth 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 Muscari species as toxic to dogs and cats. The plants contain saponins and other irritant compounds that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy if ingested.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats broad-leaved grape hyacinth?

The ASPCA lists Muscari species as toxic to dogs and cats. The plants contain saponins and other irritant compounds that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy if ingested. 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 broad-leaved grape hyacinth.

What should I do if my dog ate broad-leaved grape hyacinth?

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 broad-leaved grape hyacinth toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Broad-Leaved Grape Hyacinth is toxic to cats as well. See the full broad-leaved grape hyacinth pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to broad-leaved grape hyacinth?

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 broad-leaved grape hyacinth pet-safety