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Is Hazel 'Red Filbert' toxic to dogs?

Corylus avellana 'Purpurea'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hazel 'red filbert' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as pet-safe.

What to do if your dog ate hazel 'red filbert'

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

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

Is hazel 'red filbert' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is hazel 'red filbert' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hazel 'red filbert' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats hazel 'red filbert'?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as pet-safe. 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 hazel 'red filbert'.

What should I do if my dog ate hazel 'red filbert'?

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 hazel 'red filbert' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hazel 'Red Filbert' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full hazel 'red filbert' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to hazel 'red filbert'?

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 hazel 'red filbert' pet-safety