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Is Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Blue' toxic to dogs?

Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Blue'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' 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. Eryngium is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so its safety for cats and dogs is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The sharply spined leaves and bracts also pose a physical injury risk to pets and people.

What to do if your dog ate eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue'

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

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

Is eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' 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. Eryngium is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so its safety for cats and dogs is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The sharply spined leaves and bracts also pose a physical injury risk to pets and people.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue'?

Eryngium is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, so its safety for cats and dogs is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The sharply spined leaves and bracts also pose a physical injury risk to pets and people. 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 eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue'.

What should I do if my dog ate eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue'?

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 eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Blue' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue'?

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 eryngium bourgatii 'picos blue' pet-safety