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Is Elkhorn Plant toxic to dogs?

Rhombophyllum dolabriforme

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists elkhorn plant 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. Rhombophyllum is a mesemb in the family Aizoaceae. It is not individually listed by ASPCA. Aizoaceae mesembs are generally considered of low toxicity, but may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity by pets or children. Keep out of reach as a precaution.

What to do if your dog ate elkhorn plant

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

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

Is elkhorn plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is elkhorn plant toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists elkhorn plant 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. Rhombophyllum is a mesemb in the family Aizoaceae. It is not individually listed by ASPCA. Aizoaceae mesembs are generally considered of low toxicity, but may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity by pets or children. Keep out of reach as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats elkhorn plant?

Rhombophyllum is a mesemb in the family Aizoaceae. It is not individually listed by ASPCA. Aizoaceae mesembs are generally considered of low toxicity, but may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity by pets or children. Keep out of reach as a precaution. 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 elkhorn plant.

What should I do if my dog ate elkhorn plant?

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 elkhorn plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Elkhorn Plant is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full elkhorn plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to elkhorn plant?

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 elkhorn plant pet-safety