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Is String of Buttons toxic to dogs?

Crassula perforata

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists string of buttons 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. Crassula perforata is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic-plant database, but the genus is not clean: ASPCA lists its close relative the jade plant (Crassula argentea / Crassula ovata) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and NC State Extension flags C. perforata itself as toxic if ingested with sap that can cause contact dermatitis. Treat as mildly toxic, keep out of reach of pets, and consult your vet if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your dog ate string of buttons

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move string of buttons 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 string of buttons to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is string of buttons toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is string of buttons toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists string of buttons 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. Crassula perforata is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic-plant database, but the genus is not clean: ASPCA lists its close relative the jade plant (Crassula argentea / Crassula ovata) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and NC State Extension flags C. perforata itself as toxic if ingested with sap that can cause contact dermatitis. Treat as mildly toxic, keep out of reach of pets, and consult your vet if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats string of buttons?

Crassula perforata is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic-plant database, but the genus is not clean: ASPCA lists its close relative the jade plant (Crassula argentea / Crassula ovata) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, and NC State Extension flags C. perforata itself as toxic if ingested with sap that can cause contact dermatitis. Treat as mildly toxic, keep out of reach of pets, and consult your vet if ingestion is suspected. 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 string of buttons.

What should I do if my dog ate string of buttons?

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 string of buttons toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: String of Buttons is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full string of buttons pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to string of buttons?

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 string of buttons pet-safety