Is Narrowleaf Mountain Mint toxic to dogs?

No — narrowleaf mountain mint is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Pycnanthemum tenuifolium is not listed as toxic to cats or dogs by the ASPCA. Like other mountain mints, the aromatic foliage contains essential oils (including thymol and carvacrol) at low concentrations considered non-toxic to pets; very large ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists narrowleaf mountain mint as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Narrowleaf Mountain Mint is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full narrowleaf mountain mint pet-safety guide for both species.

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.