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Is Greek Cyclamen toxic to dogs?

Cyclamen graecum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — greek cyclamen 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. Cyclamen graecum contains terpenoid saponins (including cyclamin) throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentrations in the tuber. The ASPCA classifies the Cyclamen genus as toxic to cats and dogs; ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, and diarrhoea, and large quantities of tuber can cause cardiac arrhythmia and potentially death.

What to do if your dog ate greek cyclamen

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

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

Is greek cyclamen toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is greek cyclamen toxic to dogs?

Yes — greek cyclamen is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Cyclamen graecum contains terpenoid saponins (including cyclamin) throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentrations in the tuber. The ASPCA classifies the Cyclamen genus as toxic to cats and dogs; ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, and diarrhoea, and large quantities of tuber can cause cardiac arrhythmia and potentially death.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats greek cyclamen?

Cyclamen graecum contains terpenoid saponins (including cyclamin) throughout all plant parts, with the highest concentrations in the tuber. The ASPCA classifies the Cyclamen genus as toxic to cats and dogs; ingestion causes salivation, vomiting, and diarrhoea, and large quantities of tuber can cause cardiac arrhythmia and potentially death. 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 greek cyclamen.

What should I do if my dog ate greek cyclamen?

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 greek cyclamen toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Greek Cyclamen is toxic to cats as well. See the full greek cyclamen pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to greek cyclamen?

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 greek cyclamen pet-safety