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Is Chinese Cabbage 'Michihili' toxic to dogs?

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Michihili'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese cabbage 'michihili' 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. Brassica rapa is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Chinese cabbage is generally considered safe for cats and dogs in small amounts by vets, but as a cruciferous brassica it contains goitrogens that can interfere with thyroid function if eaten in quantity, and lacks a confirmed ASPCA non-toxic listing; treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What to do if your dog ate chinese cabbage 'michihili'

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

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

Is chinese cabbage 'michihili' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is chinese cabbage 'michihili' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese cabbage 'michihili' 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. Brassica rapa is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Chinese cabbage is generally considered safe for cats and dogs in small amounts by vets, but as a cruciferous brassica it contains goitrogens that can interfere with thyroid function if eaten in quantity, and lacks a confirmed ASPCA non-toxic listing; treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats chinese cabbage 'michihili'?

Brassica rapa is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Chinese cabbage is generally considered safe for cats and dogs in small amounts by vets, but as a cruciferous brassica it contains goitrogens that can interfere with thyroid function if eaten in quantity, and lacks a confirmed ASPCA non-toxic listing; 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 cabbage 'michihili'.

What should I do if my dog ate chinese cabbage 'michihili'?

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 cabbage 'michihili' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chinese Cabbage 'Michihili' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full chinese cabbage 'michihili' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to chinese cabbage 'michihili'?

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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