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Is Douglas's Phlox toxic to dogs?

Phlox douglasii

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists douglas's phlox 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. Phlox douglasii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. While Phlox subulata is listed as non-toxic, a confirmed safety designation cannot be extended to all species. Classified as mildly-toxic on a precautionary basis.

What to do if your dog ate douglas's phlox

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

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

Is douglas's phlox toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is douglas's phlox toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists douglas's phlox 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. Phlox douglasii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. While Phlox subulata is listed as non-toxic, a confirmed safety designation cannot be extended to all species. Classified as mildly-toxic on a precautionary basis.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats douglas's phlox?

Phlox douglasii is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. While Phlox subulata is listed as non-toxic, a confirmed safety designation cannot be extended to all species. Classified as mildly-toxic on a precautionary basis. 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 douglas's phlox.

What should I do if my dog ate douglas's phlox?

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 douglas's phlox toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Douglas's Phlox is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full douglas's phlox pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to douglas's phlox?

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 douglas's phlox pet-safety