Pet safety
Is Clematis 'Ville de Lyon' toxic to dogs?
Clematis 'Ville de Lyon'
Yes — clematis 'ville de lyon' 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 Clematis as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, via the irritant glycoside protoanemonin. Ingestion can cause salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin on contact.
What to do if your dog ate clematis 'ville de lyon'
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move clematis 'ville de lyon' out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of clematis 'ville de lyon' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten clematis 'ville de lyon', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is clematis 'ville de lyon' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is clematis 'ville de lyon' toxic to dogs?
Yes — clematis 'ville de lyon' 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 Clematis as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, via the irritant glycoside protoanemonin. Ingestion can cause salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin on contact.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats clematis 'ville de lyon'?
The ASPCA lists Clematis as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, via the irritant glycoside protoanemonin. Ingestion can cause salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin on contact. 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 clematis 'ville de lyon'.
What should I do if my dog ate clematis 'ville de lyon'?
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 clematis 'ville de lyon' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Clematis 'Ville de Lyon' is toxic to cats as well. See the full clematis 'ville de lyon' pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to clematis 'ville de lyon'?
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 clematis 'ville de lyon' pet-safety
- Is clematis 'ville de lyon' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is clematis 'ville de lyon' toxic to cats?
- My dog ate clematis 'ville de lyon' — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete clematis 'ville de lyon' care guide