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Is Anthurium 'Livium' toxic to dogs?

Anthurium andraeanum 'Livium'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — anthurium 'livium' 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. ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and small children.

What to do if your dog ate anthurium 'livium'

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

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

Is anthurium 'livium' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is anthurium 'livium' toxic to dogs?

Yes — anthurium 'livium' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and small children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats anthurium 'livium'?

ASPCA classifies Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral and tongue irritation, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and small children. 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 anthurium 'livium'.

What should I do if my dog ate anthurium 'livium'?

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 anthurium 'livium' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium 'Livium' is toxic to cats as well. See the full anthurium 'livium' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to anthurium 'livium'?

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 anthurium 'livium' pet-safety