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Is Monstera Obliqua Peru toxic to dogs?

Monstera obliqua var. expilata

Toxic to dogs

Yes — monstera obliqua peru 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. Monstera is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa / Swiss Cheese Plant), and the genus contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing M. obliqua causes oral and gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, vomiting and mouth pain. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate monstera obliqua peru

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

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

Is monstera obliqua peru toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is monstera obliqua peru toxic to dogs?

Yes — monstera obliqua peru is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Monstera is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa / Swiss Cheese Plant), and the genus contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing M. obliqua causes oral and gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, vomiting and mouth pain. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats monstera obliqua peru?

Monstera is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA lists Monstera deliciosa / Swiss Cheese Plant), and the genus contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing M. obliqua causes oral and gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, vomiting and mouth pain. Treat as toxic and keep away from pets. 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 monstera obliqua peru.

What should I do if my dog ate monstera obliqua peru?

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 monstera obliqua peru toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Monstera Obliqua Peru is toxic to cats as well. See the full monstera obliqua peru pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to monstera obliqua peru?

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 monstera obliqua peru pet-safety