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Is Monstera Standleyana Albo toxic to dogs?

Monstera standleyana 'Albo Variegata'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — monstera standleyana albo 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 listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, intense burning and irritation of the mouth, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate monstera standleyana albo

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

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

Is monstera standleyana albo toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is monstera standleyana albo toxic to dogs?

Yes — monstera standleyana albo is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, intense burning and irritation of the mouth, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats monstera standleyana albo?

Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, intense burning and irritation of the mouth, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well out of reach of pets and children. 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 standleyana albo.

What should I do if my dog ate monstera standleyana albo?

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 standleyana albo toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Monstera Standleyana Albo is toxic to cats as well. See the full monstera standleyana albo pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to monstera standleyana albo?

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 standleyana albo pet-safety