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Is 'Listada de Gandia' Aubergine toxic to dogs?

Solanum melongena 'Listada de Gandia'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — 'listada de gandia' aubergine 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 classes Solanum species as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The foliage, stems, flowers and unripe fruit contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy and, in quantity, neurological and cardiac signs. The ripe cooked fruit is a normal human food, but keep pets away from the plant itself.

What to do if your dog ate 'listada de gandia' aubergine

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move 'listada de gandia' aubergine 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 'listada de gandia' aubergine to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is 'listada de gandia' aubergine toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is 'listada de gandia' aubergine toxic to dogs?

Yes — 'listada de gandia' aubergine is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classes Solanum species as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The foliage, stems, flowers and unripe fruit contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy and, in quantity, neurological and cardiac signs. The ripe cooked fruit is a normal human food, but keep pets away from the plant itself.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats 'listada de gandia' aubergine?

The ASPCA classes Solanum species as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The foliage, stems, flowers and unripe fruit contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid; ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy and, in quantity, neurological and cardiac signs. The ripe cooked fruit is a normal human food, but keep pets away from the plant itself. 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 'listada de gandia' aubergine.

What should I do if my dog ate 'listada de gandia' aubergine?

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 'listada de gandia' aubergine toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'Listada de Gandia' Aubergine is toxic to cats as well. See the full 'listada de gandia' aubergine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to 'listada de gandia' aubergine?

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.

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