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Is Florida Ghost toxic to dogs?

Philodendron pedatum 'Florida Ghost'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — florida ghost 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. ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat.

What to do if your dog ate florida ghost

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move florida ghost 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of florida ghost to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten florida ghost, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is florida ghost toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is florida ghost toxic to dogs?

Yes — florida ghost is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats florida ghost?

ASPCA lists Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat. 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 florida ghost.

What should I do if my dog ate florida ghost?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is florida ghost toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Florida Ghost is toxic to cats as well. See the full florida ghost pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to florida ghost?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your dog.

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