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Is Dracaena Camerooniana toxic to dogs?

Dracaena camerooniana

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dracaena camerooniana 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 (genus Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate dracaena camerooniana

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

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

Is dracaena camerooniana toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dracaena camerooniana toxic to dogs?

Yes — dracaena camerooniana 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 (genus Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dracaena camerooniana?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs (genus Dracaena). The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation and dilated pupils in cats. Keep away from pets. 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 dracaena camerooniana.

What should I do if my dog ate dracaena camerooniana?

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 dracaena camerooniana toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dracaena Camerooniana is toxic to cats as well. See the full dracaena camerooniana pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to dracaena camerooniana?

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 dracaena camerooniana pet-safety