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Is Meiwa Kumquat toxic to dogs?

Citrus japonica 'Meiwa'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — meiwa kumquat 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. Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep foliage and peel away from pets despite the fruit being edible for people.

What to do if your dog ate meiwa kumquat

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

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

Is meiwa kumquat toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is meiwa kumquat toxic to dogs?

Yes — meiwa kumquat is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep foliage and peel away from pets despite the fruit being edible for people.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats meiwa kumquat?

Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep foliage and peel away from pets despite the fruit being edible for people. 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 meiwa kumquat.

What should I do if my dog ate meiwa kumquat?

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 meiwa kumquat toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Meiwa Kumquat is toxic to cats as well. See the full meiwa kumquat pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to meiwa kumquat?

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 meiwa kumquat pet-safety