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Is Broad-Leaved Lavender toxic to dogs?

Lavandula latifolia

Toxic to dogs

Yes — broad-leaved lavender 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. ASPCA lists Lavandula spp. as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite on ingestion.

What to do if your dog ate broad-leaved lavender

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

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

Is broad-leaved lavender toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is broad-leaved lavender toxic to dogs?

Yes — broad-leaved lavender is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Lavandula spp. as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite on ingestion.

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

ASPCA lists Lavandula spp. as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite on ingestion. 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 lavender.

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

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 lavender toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to broad-leaved lavender?

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 lavender pet-safety