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Is Elk Horns Pig's Ear toxic to dogs?

Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elk Horns'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — elk horns pig's ear 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. Cotyledon orbiculata contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (including orbicusides A–C and cotyledontoxin). Ingestion has caused documented cases of severe cardiac arrhythmia (sinoatrial arrest) in dogs and is toxic to cats and livestock. Keep away from all pets and children. If ingestion is suspected, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately.

What to do if your dog ate elk horns pig's ear

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move elk horns pig's ear 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 elk horns pig's ear to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is elk horns pig's ear toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is elk horns pig's ear toxic to dogs?

Yes — elk horns pig's ear is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Cotyledon orbiculata contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (including orbicusides A–C and cotyledontoxin). Ingestion has caused documented cases of severe cardiac arrhythmia (sinoatrial arrest) in dogs and is toxic to cats and livestock. Keep away from all pets and children. If ingestion is suspected, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats elk horns pig's ear?

Cotyledon orbiculata contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides (including orbicusides A–C and cotyledontoxin). Ingestion has caused documented cases of severe cardiac arrhythmia (sinoatrial arrest) in dogs and is toxic to cats and livestock. Keep away from all pets and children. If ingestion is suspected, contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately. 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 elk horns pig's ear.

What should I do if my dog ate elk horns pig's ear?

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 elk horns pig's ear toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Elk Horns Pig's Ear is toxic to cats as well. See the full elk horns pig's ear pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to elk horns pig's ear?

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 elk horns pig's ear pet-safety