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Is Catesby's Trillium toxic to dogs?

Trillium catesbaei

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists catesby's trillium as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Trillium catesbaei is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Like other Trillium species, it is understood to contain steroidal saponins, particularly concentrated in the roots and berries, which can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested by pets or humans. Not regarded as severely toxic but ingestion should be taken seriously — consult a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if a pet consumes any part of the plant.

What to do if your dog ate catesby's trillium

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

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

Is catesby's trillium toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is catesby's trillium toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists catesby's trillium as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Trillium catesbaei is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Like other Trillium species, it is understood to contain steroidal saponins, particularly concentrated in the roots and berries, which can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested by pets or humans. Not regarded as severely toxic but ingestion should be taken seriously — consult a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if a pet consumes any part of the plant.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats catesby's trillium?

Trillium catesbaei is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Like other Trillium species, it is understood to contain steroidal saponins, particularly concentrated in the roots and berries, which can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested by pets or humans. Not regarded as severely toxic but ingestion should be taken seriously — consult a vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) if a pet consumes any part of the plant. 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 catesby's trillium.

What should I do if my dog ate catesby's trillium?

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 catesby's trillium toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Catesby's Trillium is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full catesby's trillium pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to catesby's trillium?

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 catesby's trillium pet-safety