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Is Chinese Jade toxic to dogs?

Sinocrassula yunnanensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese jade 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. Sinocrassula yunnanensis is in the family Crassulaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, related jade-type Crassulaceae (Crassula ovata) are listed as toxic to dogs and cats. Out of caution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate chinese jade

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

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

Is chinese jade toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is chinese jade toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists chinese jade 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. Sinocrassula yunnanensis is in the family Crassulaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, related jade-type Crassulaceae (Crassula ovata) are listed as toxic to dogs and cats. Out of caution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats chinese jade?

Sinocrassula yunnanensis is in the family Crassulaceae. The genus is not individually listed by ASPCA; however, related jade-type Crassulaceae (Crassula ovata) are listed as toxic to dogs and cats. Out of caution, treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets and children. 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 jade.

What should I do if my dog ate chinese jade?

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 jade toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to chinese jade?

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 jade pet-safety