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Is Colocasia Nancy's Revenge toxic to dogs?

Colocasia esculenta 'Nancy's Revenge'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — colocasia nancy's revenge 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. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your dog ate colocasia nancy's revenge

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

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

Is colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to dogs?

Yes — colocasia nancy's revenge 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. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats colocasia nancy's revenge?

ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling. 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 nancy's revenge.

What should I do if my dog ate colocasia nancy's revenge?

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 colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Colocasia Nancy's Revenge is toxic to cats as well. See the full colocasia nancy's revenge pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to colocasia nancy's revenge?

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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