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Is Monstera Standleyana Cobra toxic to dogs?

Monstera standleyana 'Cobra'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — monstera standleyana cobra 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic; the plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like all aroids. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling of the lips, tongue and throat. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate monstera standleyana cobra

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

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

Is monstera standleyana cobra toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is monstera standleyana cobra toxic to dogs?

Yes — monstera standleyana cobra is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic; the plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like all aroids. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling of the lips, tongue and throat. Keep out of reach of pets.

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

Toxic to cats and dogs. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic; the plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals like all aroids. Ingestion causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and swelling of the lips, tongue and throat. Keep out of reach of 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 standleyana cobra.

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

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 cobra toxic to cats too?

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

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

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 cobra pet-safety