Pet safety
Is Concorde pear toxic to dogs?
Pyrus communis 'Concorde'
Mildly. The ASPCA lists concorde pear as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Ripe Concorde pear flesh is non-toxic to dogs and cats in small amounts. Seeds contain amygdalin and must not be fed to pets. The ASPCA does not list Pyrus communis as toxic but notes the cyanogenic risk from seeds. Always remove seeds and core before sharing pear with a pet.
What to do if your dog ate concorde pear
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move concorde pear 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 concorde pear to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten concorde pear, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is concorde pear toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is concorde pear toxic to dogs?
Mildly. The ASPCA lists concorde pear as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Ripe Concorde pear flesh is non-toxic to dogs and cats in small amounts. Seeds contain amygdalin and must not be fed to pets. The ASPCA does not list Pyrus communis as toxic but notes the cyanogenic risk from seeds. Always remove seeds and core before sharing pear with a pet.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats concorde pear?
Ripe Concorde pear flesh is non-toxic to dogs and cats in small amounts. Seeds contain amygdalin and must not be fed to pets. The ASPCA does not list Pyrus communis as toxic but notes the cyanogenic risk from seeds. Always remove seeds and core before sharing pear with a pet. 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 concorde pear.
What should I do if my dog ate concorde pear?
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 concorde pear toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Concorde pear is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full concorde pear pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to concorde pear?
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 concorde pear pet-safety
- Is concorde pear toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is concorde pear toxic to cats?
- My dog ate concorde pear — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete concorde pear care guide