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Is Caladium Florida Elise toxic to dogs?

Caladium 'Florida Elise'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — caladium florida elise 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-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate caladium florida elise

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

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

Is caladium florida elise toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is caladium florida elise toxic to dogs?

Yes — caladium florida elise is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats caladium florida elise?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Caladium contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. The tubers are the most concentrated part; keep away from 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 caladium florida elise.

What should I do if my dog ate caladium florida elise?

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 caladium florida elise toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Caladium Florida Elise is toxic to cats as well. See the full caladium florida elise pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to caladium florida elise?

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 caladium florida elise pet-safety