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Is Chinese Broccoli 'Kailaan Green' toxic to dogs?

Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra 'Kailaan Green'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Brassica oleracea crop it contains glucosinolates/isothiocyanates that may cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if eaten in quantity; treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What to do if your dog ate chinese broccoli 'kailaan green'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' 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 chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Brassica oleracea crop it contains glucosinolates/isothiocyanates that may cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if eaten in quantity; treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats chinese broccoli 'kailaan green'?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Brassica oleracea crop it contains glucosinolates/isothiocyanates that may cause gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if eaten in quantity; treat with caution and verify with a vet. 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 chinese broccoli 'kailaan green'.

What should I do if my dog ate chinese broccoli 'kailaan green'?

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 chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chinese Broccoli 'Kailaan Green' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full chinese broccoli 'kailaan green' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to chinese broccoli 'kailaan green'?

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.

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