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Is Kalanchoe Synsepala toxic to dogs?

Kalanchoe synsepala

Toxic to dogs

Yes — kalanchoe synsepala 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. The ASPCA lists Kalanchoe as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides). Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea and drooling, and in larger amounts can cause abnormal heart rhythm. Keep well away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if eaten.

What to do if your dog ate kalanchoe synsepala

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

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

Is kalanchoe synsepala toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is kalanchoe synsepala toxic to dogs?

Yes — kalanchoe synsepala is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Kalanchoe as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides). Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea and drooling, and in larger amounts can cause abnormal heart rhythm. Keep well away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats kalanchoe synsepala?

The ASPCA lists Kalanchoe as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides). Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea and drooling, and in larger amounts can cause abnormal heart rhythm. Keep well away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if eaten. 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 kalanchoe synsepala.

What should I do if my dog ate kalanchoe synsepala?

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 kalanchoe synsepala toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Kalanchoe Synsepala is toxic to cats as well. See the full kalanchoe synsepala pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to kalanchoe synsepala?

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 kalanchoe synsepala pet-safety