Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Dracaena Volkensii toxic to dogs?

Dracaena volkensii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — dracaena volkensii 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. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which classifies the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; signs include vomiting (sometimes with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Site it where pets cannot chew the leaves.

What to do if your dog ate dracaena volkensii

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

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

Is dracaena volkensii toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is dracaena volkensii toxic to dogs?

Yes — dracaena volkensii is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which classifies the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; signs include vomiting (sometimes with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Site it where pets cannot chew the leaves.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats dracaena volkensii?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which classifies the genus Dracaena as toxic. The toxic principle is saponins; signs include vomiting (sometimes with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Site it where pets cannot chew the leaves. 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 volkensii.

What should I do if my dog ate dracaena volkensii?

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 volkensii toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to dracaena volkensii?

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 volkensii pet-safety