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Is Malay Apple toxic to dogs?

Syzygium malaccense

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists malay apple 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. Syzygium malaccense is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database, so its pet status is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The ripe fruit is widely eaten by people, but keep pets from chewing the seeds, leaves and bark of this Syzygium, which can hold astringent or trace cyanogenic compounds.

What to do if your dog ate malay apple

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

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

Is malay apple toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is malay apple toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists malay apple 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. Syzygium malaccense is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database, so its pet status is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The ripe fruit is widely eaten by people, but keep pets from chewing the seeds, leaves and bark of this Syzygium, which can hold astringent or trace cyanogenic compounds.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats malay apple?

Syzygium malaccense is not individually listed by the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic plant database, so its pet status is unconfirmed; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The ripe fruit is widely eaten by people, but keep pets from chewing the seeds, leaves and bark of this Syzygium, which can hold astringent or trace cyanogenic compounds. 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 malay apple.

What should I do if my dog ate malay apple?

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 malay apple toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Malay Apple is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full malay apple pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to malay apple?

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 malay apple pet-safety