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Is Queen of the Night Cereus toxic to dogs?

Cereus hildmannianus

Non-toxic to dogs

No — queen of the night cereus is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Cereus is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The sharp spines are a physical hazard, but the plant contains no compounds known to be systemically toxic to pets.

Is queen of the night cereus toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is queen of the night cereus toxic to dogs?

No — queen of the night cereus is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Cereus is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The sharp spines are a physical hazard, but the plant contains no compounds known to be systemically toxic to pets.

Is queen of the night cereus safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists queen of the night cereus as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is queen of the night cereus toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Queen of the Night Cereus is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full queen of the night cereus pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

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