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Is Ficus Altissima 'Yellow Gem' toxic to dogs?

Ficus altissima 'Yellow Gem'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — ficus altissima 'yellow gem' 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 and dogs. The ASPCA lists figs (Ficus, family Moraceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the milky sap contains the proteolytic enzyme ficin and the photosensitising compound psoralen (ficusin), causing gastrointestinal upset and skin irritation. Keep this plant away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate ficus altissima 'yellow gem'

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

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

Is ficus altissima 'yellow gem' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is ficus altissima 'yellow gem' toxic to dogs?

Yes — ficus altissima 'yellow gem' 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 and dogs. The ASPCA lists figs (Ficus, family Moraceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the milky sap contains the proteolytic enzyme ficin and the photosensitising compound psoralen (ficusin), causing gastrointestinal upset and skin irritation. Keep this plant away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats ficus altissima 'yellow gem'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists figs (Ficus, family Moraceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the milky sap contains the proteolytic enzyme ficin and the photosensitising compound psoralen (ficusin), causing gastrointestinal upset and skin irritation. Keep this plant away from 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 ficus altissima 'yellow gem'.

What should I do if my dog ate ficus altissima 'yellow gem'?

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 ficus altissima 'yellow gem' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ficus Altissima 'Yellow Gem' is toxic to cats as well. See the full ficus altissima 'yellow gem' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to ficus altissima 'yellow gem'?

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.

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