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Is Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen toxic to dogs?

Cyclamen hederifolium

Toxic to dogs

Yes — ivy-leaved 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. ASPCA lists Cyclamen species as toxic to dogs and cats. Terpenoid saponins (cyclamins) are present throughout the plant, with the highest concentration in the tuber. Symptoms of ingestion include profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and in cases of large tuber ingestion, cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and death. This species is AGM-awarded and widely planted in UK gardens, making accidental pet exposure a real risk — seek immediate veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your dog ate ivy-leaved cyclamen

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

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

Is ivy-leaved cyclamen toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is ivy-leaved cyclamen toxic to dogs?

Yes — ivy-leaved cyclamen is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Cyclamen species as toxic to dogs and cats. Terpenoid saponins (cyclamins) are present throughout the plant, with the highest concentration in the tuber. Symptoms of ingestion include profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and in cases of large tuber ingestion, cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and death. This species is AGM-awarded and widely planted in UK gardens, making accidental pet exposure a real risk — seek immediate veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats ivy-leaved cyclamen?

ASPCA lists Cyclamen species as toxic to dogs and cats. Terpenoid saponins (cyclamins) are present throughout the plant, with the highest concentration in the tuber. Symptoms of ingestion include profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and in cases of large tuber ingestion, cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and death. This species is AGM-awarded and widely planted in UK gardens, making accidental pet exposure a real risk — seek immediate veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected. 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 ivy-leaved cyclamen.

What should I do if my dog ate ivy-leaved 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 ivy-leaved cyclamen toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to ivy-leaved 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 ivy-leaved cyclamen pet-safety