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Is Dracaena Sanderiana Variegata toxic to dogs?

Dracaena sanderiana 'Variegata'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dracaena sanderiana variegata 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 Dracaena (including the ribbon plant / lucky bamboo, Dracaena sanderiana) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins (lucky bamboo also contains taxiphyllin); ingestion causes vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate dracaena sanderiana variegata

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

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

Is dracaena sanderiana variegata toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dracaena sanderiana variegata toxic to dogs?

Yes — dracaena sanderiana variegata is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Dracaena (including the ribbon plant / lucky bamboo, Dracaena sanderiana) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins (lucky bamboo also contains taxiphyllin); ingestion causes vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dracaena sanderiana variegata?

ASPCA lists Dracaena (including the ribbon plant / lucky bamboo, Dracaena sanderiana) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins (lucky bamboo also contains taxiphyllin); ingestion causes vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of 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 sanderiana variegata.

What should I do if my dog ate dracaena sanderiana variegata?

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 sanderiana variegata toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to dracaena sanderiana variegata?

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 sanderiana variegata pet-safety