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Is Meech's Prolific quince toxic to dogs?

Cydonia oblonga 'Meech's Prolific'

Non-toxic to dogs

No — meech's prolific quince is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Cydonia oblonga is not listed as toxic to cats or dogs by the ASPCA. Fruit flesh is safe and edible. Seeds contain amygdalin, as with all pome fruits in the Rosaceae family; do not intentionally feed seeds to pets, though incidental ingestion of a few is not a clinical hazard.

Is meech's prolific quince toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is meech's prolific quince toxic to dogs?

No — meech's prolific quince is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Cydonia oblonga is not listed as toxic to cats or dogs by the ASPCA. Fruit flesh is safe and edible. Seeds contain amygdalin, as with all pome fruits in the Rosaceae family; do not intentionally feed seeds to pets, though incidental ingestion of a few is not a clinical hazard.

Is meech's prolific quince safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists meech's prolific quince as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is meech's prolific quince toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Meech's Prolific quince is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full meech's prolific quince pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

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