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Is Monkeyflower toxic to dogs?

Mimulus guttatus

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists monkeyflower 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. Mimulus guttatus is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principles are identified for this species. As ASPCA non-toxic status cannot be confirmed, treat as mildly toxic; contact a vet if a pet ingests significant amounts.

What to do if your dog ate monkeyflower

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

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

Is monkeyflower toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is monkeyflower toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists monkeyflower 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. Mimulus guttatus is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principles are identified for this species. As ASPCA non-toxic status cannot be confirmed, treat as mildly toxic; contact a vet if a pet ingests significant amounts.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats monkeyflower?

Mimulus guttatus is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principles are identified for this species. As ASPCA non-toxic status cannot be confirmed, treat as mildly toxic; contact a vet if a pet ingests significant amounts. 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 monkeyflower.

What should I do if my dog ate monkeyflower?

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 monkeyflower toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to monkeyflower?

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 monkeyflower pet-safety