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Is Gooseneck Loosestrife toxic to dogs?

Lysimachia clethroides

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists gooseneck loosestrife 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. Lysimachia clethroides is not individually listed by ASPCA. Primulaceae family members may contain saponins that can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Not considered severely toxic, but ingestion of large amounts warrants veterinary attention. Keep away from pets with a habit of chewing plants.

What to do if your dog ate gooseneck loosestrife

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

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

Is gooseneck loosestrife toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is gooseneck loosestrife toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists gooseneck loosestrife 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. Lysimachia clethroides is not individually listed by ASPCA. Primulaceae family members may contain saponins that can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Not considered severely toxic, but ingestion of large amounts warrants veterinary attention. Keep away from pets with a habit of chewing plants.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats gooseneck loosestrife?

Lysimachia clethroides is not individually listed by ASPCA. Primulaceae family members may contain saponins that can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Not considered severely toxic, but ingestion of large amounts warrants veterinary attention. Keep away from pets with a habit of chewing plants. 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 gooseneck loosestrife.

What should I do if my dog ate gooseneck loosestrife?

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 gooseneck loosestrife toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Gooseneck Loosestrife is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full gooseneck loosestrife pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to gooseneck loosestrife?

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 gooseneck loosestrife pet-safety