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Is Colocasia Elena toxic to dogs?

Colocasia esculenta 'Elena'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — colocasia elena 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. ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing when chewed, occasionally with airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after contact with the sap.

What to do if your dog ate colocasia elena

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move colocasia elena 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of colocasia elena to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten colocasia elena, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is colocasia elena toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is colocasia elena toxic to dogs?

Yes — colocasia elena is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing when chewed, occasionally with airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after contact with the sap.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats colocasia elena?

ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals cause oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing when chewed, occasionally with airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after contact with the sap. 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 colocasia elena.

What should I do if my dog ate colocasia elena?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is colocasia elena toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Colocasia Elena is toxic to cats as well. See the full colocasia elena pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to colocasia elena?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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