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Is Weeping European Larch toxic to dogs?

Larix decidua 'Pendula'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weeping european larch 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. Larix decidua is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. The resinous bark and foliage are unlikely to cause serious harm but could cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in quantity; treat as low-risk.

What to do if your dog ate weeping european larch

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

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

Is weeping european larch toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is weeping european larch toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weeping european larch 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. Larix decidua is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. The resinous bark and foliage are unlikely to cause serious harm but could cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in quantity; treat as low-risk.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats weeping european larch?

Larix decidua is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. The resinous bark and foliage are unlikely to cause serious harm but could cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in quantity; treat as low-risk. 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 weeping european larch.

What should I do if my dog ate weeping european larch?

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 weeping european larch toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Weeping European Larch is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full weeping european larch pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to weeping european larch?

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 weeping european larch pet-safety