Pet safety
Is Golden currant toxic to dogs?
Ribes aureum
No — golden currant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Ribes aureum is not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The berries are edible to humans and highly palatable to birds and small mammals. No toxic principles have been reported for dogs or cats.
Is golden currant toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is golden currant toxic to dogs?
No — golden currant is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Ribes aureum is not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The berries are edible to humans and highly palatable to birds and small mammals. No toxic principles have been reported for dogs or cats.
Is golden currant safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists golden currant as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is golden currant toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Golden currant is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full golden currant pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full golden currant pet-safety
- Is golden currant toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is golden currant toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete golden currant care guide