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Is Meebold's Lagenandra toxic to dogs?

Lagenandra meeboldii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — meebold's lagenandra 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. As an Araceae family member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral burning, excessive drooling, and GI distress if ingested by cats or dogs. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Araceae family toxic classification applies to all Lagenandra species.

What to do if your dog ate meebold's lagenandra

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

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

Is meebold's lagenandra toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is meebold's lagenandra toxic to dogs?

Yes — meebold's lagenandra is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As an Araceae family member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral burning, excessive drooling, and GI distress if ingested by cats or dogs. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Araceae family toxic classification applies to all Lagenandra species.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats meebold's lagenandra?

As an Araceae family member, Lagenandra meeboldii contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral burning, excessive drooling, and GI distress if ingested by cats or dogs. The genus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the Araceae family toxic classification applies to all Lagenandra species. 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 meebold's lagenandra.

What should I do if my dog ate meebold's lagenandra?

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 meebold's lagenandra toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Meebold's Lagenandra is toxic to cats as well. See the full meebold's lagenandra pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to meebold's lagenandra?

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 meebold's lagenandra pet-safety