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Is Panicle Hydrangea 'Pinky Winky' toxic to dogs?

Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, with cyanogenic glycoside as the toxic principle found in leaves and flower buds. Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression; significant cyanide poisoning is uncommon and generally needs a large quantity to be eaten.

What to do if your dog ate panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky'

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

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

Is panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' toxic to dogs?

Yes — panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, with cyanogenic glycoside as the toxic principle found in leaves and flower buds. Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression; significant cyanide poisoning is uncommon and generally needs a large quantity to be eaten.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky'?

The ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, with cyanogenic glycoside as the toxic principle found in leaves and flower buds. Ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression; significant cyanide poisoning is uncommon and generally needs a large quantity to be eaten. 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 panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky'.

What should I do if my dog ate panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky'?

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 panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Panicle Hydrangea 'Pinky Winky' is toxic to cats as well. See the full panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky'?

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 panicle hydrangea 'pinky winky' pet-safety