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Is King of Hearts Bleeding Heart toxic to dogs?

Dicentra 'King of Hearts'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — king of hearts bleeding heart 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Dicentra it contains isoquinoline alkaloids; per the ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline, bleeding heart ingestion can cause trembling, staggering, drooling, vomiting and seizures in larger amounts. Wear gloves, as the sap can irritate skin.

What to do if your dog ate king of hearts bleeding heart

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move king of hearts bleeding heart 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 king of hearts bleeding heart to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is king of hearts bleeding heart toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is king of hearts bleeding heart toxic to dogs?

Yes — king of hearts bleeding heart is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Dicentra it contains isoquinoline alkaloids; per the ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline, bleeding heart ingestion can cause trembling, staggering, drooling, vomiting and seizures in larger amounts. Wear gloves, as the sap can irritate skin.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats king of hearts bleeding heart?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Like all Dicentra it contains isoquinoline alkaloids; per the ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline, bleeding heart ingestion can cause trembling, staggering, drooling, vomiting and seizures in larger amounts. Wear gloves, as the sap can irritate skin. 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 king of hearts bleeding heart.

What should I do if my dog ate king of hearts bleeding heart?

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 king of hearts bleeding heart toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: King of Hearts Bleeding Heart is toxic to cats as well. See the full king of hearts bleeding heart pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to king of hearts bleeding heart?

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 king of hearts bleeding heart pet-safety