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Is Mauritius Lychee toxic to dogs?

Litchi chinensis 'Mauritius'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mauritius lychee 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 Litchi chinensis cultivar, 'Mauritius' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet. The seed and unripe arils contain saponins and hypoglycin-type compounds (MCPG) associated with severe low blood sugar; keep seeds away from pets. Ripe flesh is commonly eaten, but never offer the pit.

What to do if your dog ate mauritius lychee

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

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

Is mauritius lychee toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is mauritius lychee toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mauritius lychee 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 Litchi chinensis cultivar, 'Mauritius' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet. The seed and unripe arils contain saponins and hypoglycin-type compounds (MCPG) associated with severe low blood sugar; keep seeds away from pets. Ripe flesh is commonly eaten, but never offer the pit.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats mauritius lychee?

As a Litchi chinensis cultivar, 'Mauritius' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet. The seed and unripe arils contain saponins and hypoglycin-type compounds (MCPG) associated with severe low blood sugar; keep seeds away from pets. Ripe flesh is commonly eaten, but never offer the pit. 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 mauritius lychee.

What should I do if my dog ate mauritius lychee?

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 mauritius lychee toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mauritius Lychee is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full mauritius lychee pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to mauritius lychee?

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 mauritius lychee pet-safety