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Is Nematanthus 'Cheerio' toxic to dogs?

Nematanthus 'Cheerio'

Non-toxic to dogs

No — nematanthus 'cheerio' 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA lists Nematanthus spp. (the goldfish/candy-corn plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Large nibbles of any houseplant can still cause mild, passing stomach upset, so it is best kept out of reach of determined chewers.

Is nematanthus 'cheerio' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is nematanthus 'cheerio' toxic to dogs?

No — nematanthus 'cheerio' 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. ASPCA lists Nematanthus spp. (the goldfish/candy-corn plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Large nibbles of any houseplant can still cause mild, passing stomach upset, so it is best kept out of reach of determined chewers.

Is nematanthus 'cheerio' safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists nematanthus 'cheerio' 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.

Is nematanthus 'cheerio' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nematanthus 'Cheerio' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full nematanthus 'cheerio' pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

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.

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