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Is Fischer's Wax Plant toxic to dogs?

Hoya fischeriana

Non-toxic to dogs

No — fischer's wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists the Hoya genus as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, with entries for Hoya carnosa (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya) as non-toxic with no known toxic principles. Hoya fischeriana is not individually listed but belongs to this non-toxic genus. Ingesting large amounts of any plant foliage may cause mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset in pets.

Is fischer's wax plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is fischer's wax plant toxic to dogs?

No — fischer's wax plant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. The ASPCA lists the Hoya genus as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, with entries for Hoya carnosa (Wax Plant) and Hoya kerrii (Sweetheart Hoya) as non-toxic with no known toxic principles. Hoya fischeriana is not individually listed but belongs to this non-toxic genus. Ingesting large amounts of any plant foliage may cause mild, temporary gastrointestinal upset in pets.

Is fischer's wax plant safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists fischer's wax plant as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is fischer's wax plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Fischer's Wax Plant is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full fischer's wax plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full fischer's wax plant pet-safety