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Is Forked Sundew toxic to dogs?

Drosera binata

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists forked sundew 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. Drosera binata is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Carnivorous plant specialist sources consistently describe the genus as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and the digestive enzymes in the mucilage are too dilute to harm mammals. The 'mildly-toxic' classification is applied here as a precautionary measure in the absence of a formal ASPCA non-toxic listing; mild digestive upset is the most likely consequence of ingestion.

What to do if your dog ate forked sundew

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

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

Is forked sundew toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is forked sundew toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists forked sundew 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. Drosera binata is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Carnivorous plant specialist sources consistently describe the genus as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and the digestive enzymes in the mucilage are too dilute to harm mammals. The 'mildly-toxic' classification is applied here as a precautionary measure in the absence of a formal ASPCA non-toxic listing; mild digestive upset is the most likely consequence of ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats forked sundew?

Drosera binata is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Carnivorous plant specialist sources consistently describe the genus as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and the digestive enzymes in the mucilage are too dilute to harm mammals. The 'mildly-toxic' classification is applied here as a precautionary measure in the absence of a formal ASPCA non-toxic listing; mild digestive upset is the most likely consequence of ingestion. 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 forked sundew.

What should I do if my dog ate forked sundew?

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 forked sundew toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Forked Sundew is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full forked sundew pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to forked sundew?

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 forked sundew pet-safety