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Is Cascade Hops toxic to dogs?

Humulus lupulus 'Cascade'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — cascade hops 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. Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

What to do if your dog ate cascade hops

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

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

Is cascade hops toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is cascade hops toxic to dogs?

Yes — cascade hops is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats cascade hops?

Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately. 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 cascade hops.

What should I do if my dog ate cascade hops?

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 cascade hops toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to cascade hops?

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 cascade hops pet-safety