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Is nannyberry toxic to dogs?

Viburnum lentago

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists nannyberry 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. Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit.

What to do if your dog ate nannyberry

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

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

Is nannyberry toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is nannyberry toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists nannyberry 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. Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats nannyberry?

Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit. 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 nannyberry.

What should I do if my dog ate nannyberry?

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 nannyberry toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to nannyberry?

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 nannyberry pet-safety