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Is Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights' toxic to dogs?

Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights'

Non-toxic to dogs

No — cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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. Cosmos is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the genus, including C. bipinnatus, is on the ASPCA non-toxic list); ingestion may cause minor stomach upset at most and the plant is not poisonous.

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to dogs?

No — cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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. Cosmos is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (the genus, including C. bipinnatus, is on the ASPCA non-toxic list); ingestion may cause minor stomach upset at most and the plant is not poisonous.

Is cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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 cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' 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 cosmos sulphureus 'bright lights' pet-safety