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Is Gardenia 'Veitchii' toxic to dogs?

Gardenia jasminoides 'Veitchii'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — gardenia 'veitchii' 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-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Gardenia). The toxic principles are geniposide and gardenoside; ingestion typically causes mild vomiting, diarrhoea and occasionally hives. Effects are generally mild, but keep it away from pets and contact a vet if a large amount is eaten.

What to do if your dog ate gardenia 'veitchii'

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

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

Is gardenia 'veitchii' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is gardenia 'veitchii' toxic to dogs?

Yes — gardenia 'veitchii' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Gardenia). The toxic principles are geniposide and gardenoside; ingestion typically causes mild vomiting, diarrhoea and occasionally hives. Effects are generally mild, but keep it away from pets and contact a vet if a large amount is eaten.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats gardenia 'veitchii'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Gardenia). The toxic principles are geniposide and gardenoside; ingestion typically causes mild vomiting, diarrhoea and occasionally hives. Effects are generally mild, but keep it away from pets and contact a vet if a large amount is eaten. 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 gardenia 'veitchii'.

What should I do if my dog ate gardenia 'veitchii'?

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 gardenia 'veitchii' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Gardenia 'Veitchii' is toxic to cats as well. See the full gardenia 'veitchii' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to gardenia 'veitchii'?

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 gardenia 'veitchii' pet-safety