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Is Cedar of Lebanon toxic to dogs?

Cedrus libani

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cedar of lebanon 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. ASPCA lists Cedrus libani and Cedrus species as toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of foliage or bark may cause vomiting and skin irritation due to aromatic essential oils and resin. Classified as mildly toxic; significant toxicity is uncommon but pets should be discouraged from chewing on the tree.

What to do if your dog ate cedar of lebanon

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

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

Is cedar of lebanon toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is cedar of lebanon toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cedar of lebanon 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. ASPCA lists Cedrus libani and Cedrus species as toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of foliage or bark may cause vomiting and skin irritation due to aromatic essential oils and resin. Classified as mildly toxic; significant toxicity is uncommon but pets should be discouraged from chewing on the tree.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats cedar of lebanon?

ASPCA lists Cedrus libani and Cedrus species as toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion of foliage or bark may cause vomiting and skin irritation due to aromatic essential oils and resin. Classified as mildly toxic; significant toxicity is uncommon but pets should be discouraged from chewing on the tree. 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 cedar of lebanon.

What should I do if my dog ate cedar of lebanon?

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 cedar of lebanon toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cedar of Lebanon is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full cedar of lebanon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to cedar of lebanon?

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 cedar of lebanon pet-safety