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Is Keiske's Leucothoe toxic to dogs?

Leucothoe keiskei

Toxic to dogs

Yes — keiske's leucothoe 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. Leucothoe sp. are listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. The toxic principle is grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which disrupt sodium channels. Clinical signs include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, low blood pressure, cardiovascular collapse, coma, and potentially death; even a few leaves can cause serious poisoning.

What to do if your dog ate keiske's leucothoe

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

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

Is keiske's leucothoe toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is keiske's leucothoe toxic to dogs?

Yes — keiske's leucothoe is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Leucothoe sp. are listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. The toxic principle is grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which disrupt sodium channels. Clinical signs include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, low blood pressure, cardiovascular collapse, coma, and potentially death; even a few leaves can cause serious poisoning.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats keiske's leucothoe?

Leucothoe sp. are listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. The toxic principle is grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which disrupt sodium channels. Clinical signs include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, low blood pressure, cardiovascular collapse, coma, and potentially death; even a few leaves can cause serious poisoning. 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 keiske's leucothoe.

What should I do if my dog ate keiske's leucothoe?

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 keiske's leucothoe toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Keiske's Leucothoe is toxic to cats as well. See the full keiske's leucothoe pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to keiske's leucothoe?

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 keiske's leucothoe pet-safety