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Is Monstera Tenuis toxic to dogs?

Monstera tenuis

Toxic to dogs

Yes — monstera tenuis 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. ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. tenuis contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and oral swelling. Keep it away from pets and small children.

What to do if your dog ate monstera tenuis

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

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

Is monstera tenuis toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is monstera tenuis toxic to dogs?

Yes — monstera tenuis is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. tenuis contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and oral swelling. Keep it away from pets and small children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats monstera tenuis?

ASPCA lists Monstera as toxic to cats and dogs. M. tenuis contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, vomiting and oral swelling. Keep it away from pets and small 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 tenuis.

What should I do if my dog ate monstera tenuis?

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 tenuis toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to monstera tenuis?

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 tenuis pet-safety