Pet safety
Is Cole's Prostrate Hemlock toxic to dogs?
Tsuga canadensis 'Cole's Prostrate'
No — cole's prostrate hemlock is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Tsuga canadensis and its cultivars are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. 'Cole's Prostrate' has no documented toxic principles to dogs or cats. The common name 'hemlock' refers to this ornamental conifer only — it is entirely unrelated to the toxic herb Conium maculatum.
Is cole's prostrate hemlock toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is cole's prostrate hemlock toxic to dogs?
No — cole's prostrate hemlock is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Tsuga canadensis and its cultivars are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. 'Cole's Prostrate' has no documented toxic principles to dogs or cats. The common name 'hemlock' refers to this ornamental conifer only — it is entirely unrelated to the toxic herb Conium maculatum.
Is cole's prostrate hemlock safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists cole's prostrate hemlock as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is cole's prostrate hemlock toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cole's Prostrate Hemlock is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full cole's prostrate hemlock pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full cole's prostrate hemlock pet-safety
- Is cole's prostrate hemlock toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is cole's prostrate hemlock toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete cole's prostrate hemlock care guide