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Is Moroccan Lavender toxic to dogs?

Lavandula maroccana

Toxic to dogs

Yes — moroccan lavender 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 Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite.

What to do if your dog ate moroccan lavender

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

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

Is moroccan lavender toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is moroccan lavender toxic to dogs?

Yes — moroccan lavender is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats moroccan lavender?

ASPCA lists Lavandula as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Toxic principles are linalool and linalyl acetate. Clinical signs include nausea, vomiting (not in horses), and loss of appetite. 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 moroccan lavender.

What should I do if my dog ate moroccan lavender?

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 moroccan lavender toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Moroccan Lavender is toxic to cats as well. See the full moroccan lavender pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to moroccan lavender?

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 moroccan lavender pet-safety