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Is Heuchera 'Fire Alarm' toxic to dogs?

Heuchera 'Fire Alarm'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists heuchera 'fire alarm' 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. Heuchera is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. As with other Heuchera cultivars, mild gastrointestinal irritation may occur if ingested by pets or children. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution.

What to do if your dog ate heuchera 'fire alarm'

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

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

Is heuchera 'fire alarm' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is heuchera 'fire alarm' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists heuchera 'fire alarm' 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. Heuchera is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. As with other Heuchera cultivars, mild gastrointestinal irritation may occur if ingested by pets or children. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats heuchera 'fire alarm'?

Heuchera is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. As with other Heuchera cultivars, mild gastrointestinal irritation may occur if ingested by pets or children. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution. 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 heuchera 'fire alarm'.

What should I do if my dog ate heuchera 'fire alarm'?

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 heuchera 'fire alarm' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Heuchera 'Fire Alarm' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full heuchera 'fire alarm' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to heuchera 'fire alarm'?

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 heuchera 'fire alarm' pet-safety