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Is Crimson and Gold quince toxic to dogs?

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Crimson and Gold'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists crimson and gold quince 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. Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent.

What to do if your dog ate crimson and gold quince

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move crimson and gold quince 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of crimson and gold quince to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten crimson and gold quince, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is crimson and gold quince toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is crimson and gold quince toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists crimson and gold quince 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. Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats crimson and gold quince?

Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent. 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 crimson and gold quince.

What should I do if my dog ate crimson and gold quince?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is crimson and gold quince toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Crimson and Gold quince is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full crimson and gold quince pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to crimson and gold quince?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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