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Is Aloe-like Nananthus toxic to dogs?

Nananthus aloides

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists aloe-like nananthus as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate aloe-like nananthus

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move aloe-like nananthus 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 aloe-like nananthus to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is aloe-like nananthus toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is aloe-like nananthus toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists aloe-like nananthus as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats aloe-like nananthus?

Nananthus aloides is not individually listed by the ASPCA. This South African Aizoaceae genus lacks confirmed toxicology records; it is classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution and should be kept away from 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 aloe-like nananthus.

What should I do if my dog ate aloe-like nananthus?

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 aloe-like nananthus toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aloe-like Nananthus is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full aloe-like nananthus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to aloe-like nananthus?

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 aloe-like nananthus pet-safety