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Is Chaytor's Lavender toxic to dogs?

Lavandula x chaytorae

Toxic to dogs

Yes — chaytor's lavender 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 lists Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite.

What to do if your dog ate chaytor's lavender

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move chaytor's lavender 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of chaytor's lavender to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten chaytor's lavender, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is chaytor's lavender toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is chaytor's lavender toxic to dogs?

Yes — chaytor's lavender is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats chaytor's lavender?

ASPCA lists Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite. 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 chaytor's lavender.

What should I do if my dog ate chaytor's lavender?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is chaytor's lavender toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chaytor's Lavender is toxic to cats as well. See the full chaytor's lavender pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to chaytor's lavender?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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