Pet safety
Is Epipremnum amplissimum 'Silver Streak' toxic to dogs?
Epipremnum amplissimum 'Silver Streak'
Yes — epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' 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. As a member of Epipremnum (the pothos genus) in the Araceae family, it is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it out of reach of pets.
What to do if your dog ate epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak'
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' toxic to dogs?
Yes — epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a member of Epipremnum (the pothos genus) in the Araceae family, it is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it out of reach of pets.
What are the symptoms if a dog eats epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak'?
As a member of Epipremnum (the pothos genus) in the Araceae family, it is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes intense oral irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it 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 epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak'.
What should I do if my dog ate epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak'?
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 epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Epipremnum amplissimum 'Silver Streak' is toxic to cats as well. See the full epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a dog-safe alternative to epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak'?
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 epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' pet-safety
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- My dog ate epipremnum amplissimum 'silver streak' — emergency steps
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
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