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Is Eau de Cologne Mint toxic to dogs?

Mentha × piperita f. citrata

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists eau de cologne mint 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. Mentha × piperita f. citrata is a form of peppermint, which is listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats due to essential oils (menthol, pulegone-related compounds). Cats are particularly sensitive as they lack liver enzymes to metabolise menthol efficiently. Large ingestion can cause GI upset, lethargy, or liver stress. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate eau de cologne mint

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move eau de cologne mint 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 eau de cologne mint to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is eau de cologne mint toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is eau de cologne mint toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists eau de cologne mint 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. Mentha × piperita f. citrata is a form of peppermint, which is listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats due to essential oils (menthol, pulegone-related compounds). Cats are particularly sensitive as they lack liver enzymes to metabolise menthol efficiently. Large ingestion can cause GI upset, lethargy, or liver stress. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats eau de cologne mint?

Mentha × piperita f. citrata is a form of peppermint, which is listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs and cats due to essential oils (menthol, pulegone-related compounds). Cats are particularly sensitive as they lack liver enzymes to metabolise menthol efficiently. Large ingestion can cause GI upset, lethargy, or liver stress. 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 eau de cologne mint.

What should I do if my dog ate eau de cologne mint?

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 eau de cologne mint toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Eau de Cologne Mint is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full eau de cologne mint pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to eau de cologne mint?

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 eau de cologne mint pet-safety