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Is Fujian Cypress toxic to dogs?

Fokienia hodginsii

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists fujian cypress 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. Fokienia hodginsii is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Cupressaceae, the foliage and oils may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested by pets or people. The essential oils in the wood are known irritants. Treat with caution around cats and dogs; seek veterinary advice if significant ingestion occurs.

What to do if your dog ate fujian cypress

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

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

Is fujian cypress toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is fujian cypress toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists fujian cypress 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. Fokienia hodginsii is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Cupressaceae, the foliage and oils may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested by pets or people. The essential oils in the wood are known irritants. Treat with caution around cats and dogs; seek veterinary advice if significant ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats fujian cypress?

Fokienia hodginsii is not individually listed by ASPCA. As a member of Cupressaceae, the foliage and oils may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested by pets or people. The essential oils in the wood are known irritants. Treat with caution around cats and dogs; seek veterinary advice if significant ingestion occurs. 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 fujian cypress.

What should I do if my dog ate fujian cypress?

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 fujian cypress toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Fujian Cypress is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full fujian cypress pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to fujian cypress?

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 fujian cypress pet-safety