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Is Painted Flowering Maple toxic to dogs?

Abutilon pictum

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists painted flowering maple 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. Abutilon is not included on the ASPCA's toxic plant lists for cats and dogs, and is generally considered non-toxic. However, as with any plant, ingestion of significant amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting). If in doubt, consult a veterinarian.

What to do if your dog ate painted flowering maple

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

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

Is painted flowering maple toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is painted flowering maple toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists painted flowering maple 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. Abutilon is not included on the ASPCA's toxic plant lists for cats and dogs, and is generally considered non-toxic. However, as with any plant, ingestion of significant amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting). If in doubt, consult a veterinarian.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats painted flowering maple?

Abutilon is not included on the ASPCA's toxic plant lists for cats and dogs, and is generally considered non-toxic. However, as with any plant, ingestion of significant amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting). If in doubt, consult a veterinarian. 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 painted flowering maple.

What should I do if my dog ate painted flowering maple?

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 painted flowering maple toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Painted Flowering Maple is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full painted flowering maple pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to painted flowering maple?

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 painted flowering maple pet-safety