Pet safety
Is Nematanthus 'Freckles' toxic to dogs?
Nematanthus 'Freckles'
No — nematanthus 'freckles' 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. (goldfish/candy-corn plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. As with all houseplants, a pet eating a large amount may have mild, short-lived digestive upset, so casual nibbling is best discouraged.
Is nematanthus 'freckles' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is nematanthus 'freckles' toxic to dogs?
No — nematanthus 'freckles' 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. (goldfish/candy-corn plant) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. As with all houseplants, a pet eating a large amount may have mild, short-lived digestive upset, so casual nibbling is best discouraged.
Is nematanthus 'freckles' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists nematanthus 'freckles' 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 'freckles' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nematanthus 'Freckles' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full nematanthus 'freckles' 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.
Full nematanthus 'freckles' pet-safety
- Is nematanthus 'freckles' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is nematanthus 'freckles' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete nematanthus 'freckles' care guide