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Is Lonicera x heckrottii toxic to dogs?

Lonicera x heckrottii

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lonicera x heckrottii 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. As a Lonicera hybrid, it is not listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA, and the genus can contain saponins and cyanogenic glycosides, with honeysuckle berries reported to cause gastrointestinal upset. Treat as mildly toxic, keep pets away from the berries and foliage, and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your dog ate lonicera x heckrottii

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

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

Is lonicera x heckrottii toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is lonicera x heckrottii toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lonicera x heckrottii 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. As a Lonicera hybrid, it is not listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA, and the genus can contain saponins and cyanogenic glycosides, with honeysuckle berries reported to cause gastrointestinal upset. Treat as mildly toxic, keep pets away from the berries and foliage, and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats lonicera x heckrottii?

As a Lonicera hybrid, it is not listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA, and the genus can contain saponins and cyanogenic glycosides, with honeysuckle berries reported to cause gastrointestinal upset. Treat as mildly toxic, keep pets away from the berries and foliage, and verify with a vet if ingestion is suspected. 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 lonicera x heckrottii.

What should I do if my dog ate lonicera x heckrottii?

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 lonicera x heckrottii toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lonicera x heckrottii is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full lonicera x heckrottii pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to lonicera x heckrottii?

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 lonicera x heckrottii pet-safety