Pet safety
Is Pecan 'Pawnee' toxic to dogs?
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee'
No — pecan 'pawnee' 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. The pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and the Carya genus carries no plant-toxicity listing. The foliage and tree are not a poisoning hazard, but the nuts are not a safe pet treat: pecans contain juglone, and fallen or stored nuts can develop aflatoxin and tremorgenic moulds causing vomiting, liver injury or seizures, while their high fat can cause pancreatitis. Remove dropped nuts.
Is pecan 'pawnee' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is pecan 'pawnee' toxic to dogs?
No — pecan 'pawnee' 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. The pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses, and the Carya genus carries no plant-toxicity listing. The foliage and tree are not a poisoning hazard, but the nuts are not a safe pet treat: pecans contain juglone, and fallen or stored nuts can develop aflatoxin and tremorgenic moulds causing vomiting, liver injury or seizures, while their high fat can cause pancreatitis. Remove dropped nuts.
Is pecan 'pawnee' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists pecan 'pawnee' 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 pecan 'pawnee' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pecan 'Pawnee' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full pecan 'pawnee' 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 pecan 'pawnee' pet-safety
- Is pecan 'pawnee' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is pecan 'pawnee' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete pecan 'pawnee' care guide