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Is Jerusalem Sage toxic to dogs?

Phlomis fruticosa

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists jerusalem sage 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. Phlomis fruticosa is not recorded on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is a member of the Lamiaceae (mint family), and no systemic toxic principles have been reported in published veterinary or toxicological literature for this genus. However, because it is not formally confirmed as non-toxic by ASPCA, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; ingestion of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets.

What to do if your dog ate jerusalem sage

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

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

Is jerusalem sage toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is jerusalem sage toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists jerusalem sage 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. Phlomis fruticosa is not recorded on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is a member of the Lamiaceae (mint family), and no systemic toxic principles have been reported in published veterinary or toxicological literature for this genus. However, because it is not formally confirmed as non-toxic by ASPCA, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; ingestion of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats jerusalem sage?

Phlomis fruticosa is not recorded on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is a member of the Lamiaceae (mint family), and no systemic toxic principles have been reported in published veterinary or toxicological literature for this genus. However, because it is not formally confirmed as non-toxic by ASPCA, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied; ingestion of plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. 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 jerusalem sage.

What should I do if my dog ate jerusalem sage?

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 jerusalem sage toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Jerusalem Sage is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full jerusalem sage pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to jerusalem sage?

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 jerusalem sage pet-safety