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Is Micholitz's Cycad toxic to dogs?

Cycas micholitzii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — micholitz's cycad 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. All parts of Cycas micholitzii are severely toxic. Cycads contain cycasin (methylazoxymethanol), which causes acute liver failure, neurological damage, and death in dogs, cats, and humans. Even a small amount of seed or leaf material can be fatal to pets. ASPCA lists the Cycas genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats.

What to do if your dog ate micholitz's cycad

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

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

Is micholitz's cycad toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is micholitz's cycad toxic to dogs?

Yes — micholitz's cycad is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All parts of Cycas micholitzii are severely toxic. Cycads contain cycasin (methylazoxymethanol), which causes acute liver failure, neurological damage, and death in dogs, cats, and humans. Even a small amount of seed or leaf material can be fatal to pets. ASPCA lists the Cycas genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats micholitz's cycad?

All parts of Cycas micholitzii are severely toxic. Cycads contain cycasin (methylazoxymethanol), which causes acute liver failure, neurological damage, and death in dogs, cats, and humans. Even a small amount of seed or leaf material can be fatal to pets. ASPCA lists the Cycas genus as severely toxic to dogs and cats. 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 micholitz's cycad.

What should I do if my dog ate micholitz's cycad?

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 micholitz's cycad toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Micholitz's Cycad is toxic to cats as well. See the full micholitz's cycad pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to micholitz's cycad?

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 micholitz's cycad pet-safety