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Is Euphorbia piscidermis toxic to dogs?

Euphorbia piscidermis

Toxic to dogs

Yes — euphorbia piscidermis 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. Toxic to cats, dogs and horses per the ASPCA's listing of the Euphorbia genus. The milky latex is an irritant sap; if ingested it irritates the mouth and stomach causing drooling and vomiting, and contact irritates skin and eyes. Keep this collector's plant well out of pets' reach and wear gloves.

What to do if your dog ate euphorbia piscidermis

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

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

Is euphorbia piscidermis toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is euphorbia piscidermis toxic to dogs?

Yes — euphorbia piscidermis is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats, dogs and horses per the ASPCA's listing of the Euphorbia genus. The milky latex is an irritant sap; if ingested it irritates the mouth and stomach causing drooling and vomiting, and contact irritates skin and eyes. Keep this collector's plant well out of pets' reach and wear gloves.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats euphorbia piscidermis?

Toxic to cats, dogs and horses per the ASPCA's listing of the Euphorbia genus. The milky latex is an irritant sap; if ingested it irritates the mouth and stomach causing drooling and vomiting, and contact irritates skin and eyes. Keep this collector's plant well out of pets' reach and wear gloves. 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 euphorbia piscidermis.

What should I do if my dog ate euphorbia piscidermis?

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 euphorbia piscidermis toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Euphorbia piscidermis is toxic to cats as well. See the full euphorbia piscidermis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to euphorbia piscidermis?

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 euphorbia piscidermis pet-safety