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Is Giant Dorstenia toxic to dogs?

Dorstenia gigas

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant dorstenia 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. Dorstenia gigas belongs to the Moraceae family, some members of which produce irritant latex. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA and is not documented as seriously toxic. However, as the family can cause mild contact dermatitis or gastrointestinal irritation from latex in the stem and leaves, treat it cautiously: keep away from pets and young children and avoid skin contact with sap from cut stems.

What to do if your dog ate giant dorstenia

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

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

Is giant dorstenia toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is giant dorstenia toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant dorstenia 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. Dorstenia gigas belongs to the Moraceae family, some members of which produce irritant latex. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA and is not documented as seriously toxic. However, as the family can cause mild contact dermatitis or gastrointestinal irritation from latex in the stem and leaves, treat it cautiously: keep away from pets and young children and avoid skin contact with sap from cut stems.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats giant dorstenia?

Dorstenia gigas belongs to the Moraceae family, some members of which produce irritant latex. The species is not individually listed by ASPCA and is not documented as seriously toxic. However, as the family can cause mild contact dermatitis or gastrointestinal irritation from latex in the stem and leaves, treat it cautiously: keep away from pets and young children and avoid skin contact with sap from cut stems. 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 giant dorstenia.

What should I do if my dog ate giant dorstenia?

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 giant dorstenia toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Giant Dorstenia is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full giant dorstenia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to giant dorstenia?

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 giant dorstenia pet-safety