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Is Begonia 'Connee Boswell' toxic to dogs?

Begonia 'Connee Boswell'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — begonia 'connee boswell' 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 Begonia (including Rex Begonia) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizomes and tubers; ingestion causes intense mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate begonia 'connee boswell'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move begonia 'connee boswell' 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 begonia 'connee boswell' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is begonia 'connee boswell' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is begonia 'connee boswell' toxic to dogs?

Yes — begonia 'connee boswell' 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 Begonia (including Rex Begonia) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizomes and tubers; ingestion causes intense mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats begonia 'connee boswell'?

The ASPCA lists Begonia (including Rex Begonia) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizomes and tubers; ingestion causes intense mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 begonia 'connee boswell'.

What should I do if my dog ate begonia 'connee boswell'?

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 begonia 'connee boswell' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia 'Connee Boswell' is toxic to cats as well. See the full begonia 'connee boswell' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to begonia 'connee boswell'?

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 begonia 'connee boswell' pet-safety