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Is Chinese Ixora toxic to dogs?

Ixora chinensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese ixora 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. Ixora is not individually listed by ASPCA in their toxic or non-toxic plant databases. However, the plant contains iridoid glycosides and other alkaloids; ingestion of leaves or berries may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Consult a veterinarian if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your dog ate chinese ixora

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

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

Is chinese ixora toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is chinese ixora toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese ixora 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. Ixora is not individually listed by ASPCA in their toxic or non-toxic plant databases. However, the plant contains iridoid glycosides and other alkaloids; ingestion of leaves or berries may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Consult a veterinarian if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats chinese ixora?

Ixora is not individually listed by ASPCA in their toxic or non-toxic plant databases. However, the plant contains iridoid glycosides and other alkaloids; ingestion of leaves or berries may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Consult a veterinarian if ingestion occurs. 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 ixora.

What should I do if my dog ate chinese ixora?

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 ixora toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to chinese ixora?

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 chinese ixora pet-safety