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Is Geisha Girl flowering quince toxic to dogs?

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Geisha Girl'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists geisha girl flowering quince 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. Seeds of Chaenomeles speciosa contain cyanogenic glycosides (amygdalin). Cooked fruit flesh is safe and used in preserves. ASPCA does not list this cultivar individually; based on the genus and family (Rosaceae), treat as mildly toxic, particularly regarding seed ingestion by pets.

What to do if your dog ate geisha girl flowering quince

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move geisha girl flowering quince 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 geisha girl flowering quince to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is geisha girl flowering quince toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is geisha girl flowering quince toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists geisha girl flowering quince 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. Seeds of Chaenomeles speciosa contain cyanogenic glycosides (amygdalin). Cooked fruit flesh is safe and used in preserves. ASPCA does not list this cultivar individually; based on the genus and family (Rosaceae), treat as mildly toxic, particularly regarding seed ingestion by pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats geisha girl flowering quince?

Seeds of Chaenomeles speciosa contain cyanogenic glycosides (amygdalin). Cooked fruit flesh is safe and used in preserves. ASPCA does not list this cultivar individually; based on the genus and family (Rosaceae), treat as mildly toxic, particularly regarding seed ingestion by pets. 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 geisha girl flowering quince.

What should I do if my dog ate geisha girl flowering quince?

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 geisha girl flowering quince toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Geisha Girl flowering quince is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full geisha girl flowering quince pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to geisha girl flowering quince?

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 geisha girl flowering quince pet-safety