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Is 'Cherokee Purple' Tomato toxic to dogs?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Cherokee Purple'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — 'cherokee purple' tomato 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. Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The green leaves, stems, and unripe fruit contain solanine and related glycoalkaloids; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, weakness, and dilated pupils. The ripe red/purple fruit is the safe, edible part for people.

What to do if your dog ate 'cherokee purple' tomato

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

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

Is 'cherokee purple' tomato toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is 'cherokee purple' tomato toxic to dogs?

Yes — 'cherokee purple' tomato is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The green leaves, stems, and unripe fruit contain solanine and related glycoalkaloids; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, weakness, and dilated pupils. The ripe red/purple fruit is the safe, edible part for people.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats 'cherokee purple' tomato?

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The green leaves, stems, and unripe fruit contain solanine and related glycoalkaloids; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, weakness, and dilated pupils. The ripe red/purple fruit is the safe, edible part for people. 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 'cherokee purple' tomato.

What should I do if my dog ate 'cherokee purple' tomato?

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 'cherokee purple' tomato toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'Cherokee Purple' Tomato is toxic to cats as well. See the full 'cherokee purple' tomato pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to 'cherokee purple' tomato?

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 'cherokee purple' tomato pet-safety