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Is Forbes' Glory of the Snow toxic to dogs?

Chionodoxa forbesii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — forbes' glory of the snow 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. The ASPCA lists Chionodoxa (Glory of the Snow) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The plant contains alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and hypotension; the bulb carries the highest concentration and all parts should be kept away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate forbes' glory of the snow

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move forbes' glory of the snow 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 forbes' glory of the snow to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is forbes' glory of the snow toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is forbes' glory of the snow toxic to dogs?

Yes — forbes' glory of the snow is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Chionodoxa (Glory of the Snow) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The plant contains alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and hypotension; the bulb carries the highest concentration and all parts should be kept away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats forbes' glory of the snow?

The ASPCA lists Chionodoxa (Glory of the Snow) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The plant contains alkaloids that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and hypotension; the bulb carries the highest concentration and all parts should be kept away from pets. 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 forbes' glory of the snow.

What should I do if my dog ate forbes' glory of the snow?

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 forbes' glory of the snow toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Forbes' Glory of the Snow is toxic to cats as well. See the full forbes' glory of the snow pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to forbes' glory of the snow?

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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