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Is Fortune's Holly Fern toxic to dogs?

Cyrtomium fortunei

Non-toxic to dogs

No — fortune's holly fern 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs at genus level: Cyrtomium falcatum appears as Holly Fern / Japanese Holly Fern (and Aspidium falcatum) on the ASPCA non-toxic list, with no toxic principle. C. fortunei is the closely related Fortune's holly fern; large amounts may still cause mild stomach upset.

Is fortune's holly fern toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is fortune's holly fern toxic to dogs?

No — fortune's holly fern 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs at genus level: Cyrtomium falcatum appears as Holly Fern / Japanese Holly Fern (and Aspidium falcatum) on the ASPCA non-toxic list, with no toxic principle. C. fortunei is the closely related Fortune's holly fern; large amounts may still cause mild stomach upset.

Is fortune's holly fern safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists fortune's holly fern 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 fortune's holly fern toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Fortune's Holly Fern is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full fortune's holly fern 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 fortune's holly fern pet-safety