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Is Dieffenbachia Sterling toxic to dogs?

Dieffenbachia 'Sterling'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dieffenbachia sterling 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-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, swelling, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Handle cut stems with gloves and keep out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate dieffenbachia sterling

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

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

Is dieffenbachia sterling toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dieffenbachia sterling toxic to dogs?

Yes — dieffenbachia sterling is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, swelling, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Handle cut stems with gloves and keep out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dieffenbachia sterling?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs. Dieffenbachia contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, swelling, difficulty swallowing and vomiting. Handle cut stems with gloves and keep out of reach of pets and children. 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 dieffenbachia sterling.

What should I do if my dog ate dieffenbachia sterling?

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 dieffenbachia sterling toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dieffenbachia Sterling is toxic to cats as well. See the full dieffenbachia sterling pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to dieffenbachia sterling?

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 dieffenbachia sterling pet-safety