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Is Crown Begonia toxic to dogs?

Begonia diadema

Toxic to dogs

Yes — crown begonia 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. ASPCA lists Begonia species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, which cause intense oral irritation, excessive drooling, and vomiting when the plant is chewed or ingested.

What to do if your dog ate crown begonia

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

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

Is crown begonia toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is crown begonia toxic to dogs?

Yes — crown begonia is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Begonia species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, which cause intense oral irritation, excessive drooling, and vomiting when the plant is chewed or ingested.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats crown begonia?

ASPCA lists Begonia species as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is soluble calcium oxalates, which cause intense oral irritation, excessive drooling, and vomiting when the plant is chewed or ingested. 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 crown begonia.

What should I do if my dog ate crown begonia?

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 crown begonia toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to crown begonia?

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 crown begonia pet-safety