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Is Gold Coast Juniper toxic to dogs?

Juniperus chinensis 'Gold Coast'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — gold coast juniper 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. The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant or its cones and seek veterinary advice after any ingestion.

What to do if your dog ate gold coast juniper

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

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

Is gold coast juniper toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is gold coast juniper toxic to dogs?

Yes — gold coast juniper is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant or its cones and seek veterinary advice after any ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats gold coast juniper?

The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant or its cones and seek veterinary advice after any ingestion. 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 gold coast juniper.

What should I do if my dog ate gold coast juniper?

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 gold coast juniper toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Gold Coast Juniper is toxic to cats as well. See the full gold coast juniper pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to gold coast juniper?

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 gold coast juniper pet-safety