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Is Densiformis Yew toxic to dogs?

Taxus x media 'Densiformis'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — densiformis yew 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 Taxus (yew) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is taxine alkaloids; ingestion can cause tremors, difficulty breathing, seizures and sudden death from acute cardiac failure. Only the fleshy red aril is non-toxic — foliage, bark and seeds are all dangerous. Keep clippings away from pets and livestock.

What to do if your dog ate densiformis yew

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

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

Is densiformis yew toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is densiformis yew toxic to dogs?

Yes — densiformis yew is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Taxus (yew) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is taxine alkaloids; ingestion can cause tremors, difficulty breathing, seizures and sudden death from acute cardiac failure. Only the fleshy red aril is non-toxic — foliage, bark and seeds are all dangerous. Keep clippings away from pets and livestock.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats densiformis yew?

ASPCA lists Taxus (yew) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is taxine alkaloids; ingestion can cause tremors, difficulty breathing, seizures and sudden death from acute cardiac failure. Only the fleshy red aril is non-toxic — foliage, bark and seeds are all dangerous. Keep clippings away from pets and livestock. 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 densiformis yew.

What should I do if my dog ate densiformis yew?

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 densiformis yew toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Densiformis Yew is toxic to cats as well. See the full densiformis yew pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to densiformis yew?

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 densiformis yew pet-safety