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Is Dahlia 'Jazz' toxic to dogs?

Dahlia 'Jazz'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dahlia 'jazz' 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. Dahlias are listed as toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation and mild dermatitis in pets. All plant parts should be kept away from animals.

What to do if your dog ate dahlia 'jazz'

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

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

Is dahlia 'jazz' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dahlia 'jazz' toxic to dogs?

Yes — dahlia 'jazz' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Dahlias are listed as toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation and mild dermatitis in pets. All plant parts should be kept away from animals.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dahlia 'jazz'?

Dahlias are listed as toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation and mild dermatitis in pets. All plant parts should be kept away from animals. 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 dahlia 'jazz'.

What should I do if my dog ate dahlia 'jazz'?

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 dahlia 'jazz' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dahlia 'Jazz' is toxic to cats as well. See the full dahlia 'jazz' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to dahlia 'jazz'?

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 dahlia 'jazz' pet-safety