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Is Pelargonium 'Mrs Pollock' toxic to dogs?

Pelargonium 'Mrs Pollock'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — pelargonium 'mrs pollock' 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 Geranium (Pelargonium) as toxic to cats and dogs; geraniol and linalool are the toxic principles. Ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep this plant away from pets.

What to do if your dog ate pelargonium 'mrs pollock'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move pelargonium 'mrs pollock' 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 pelargonium 'mrs pollock' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is pelargonium 'mrs pollock' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is pelargonium 'mrs pollock' toxic to dogs?

Yes — pelargonium 'mrs pollock' 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 Geranium (Pelargonium) as toxic to cats and dogs; geraniol and linalool are the toxic principles. Ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep this plant away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats pelargonium 'mrs pollock'?

The ASPCA lists Geranium (Pelargonium) as toxic to cats and dogs; geraniol and linalool are the toxic principles. Ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep this plant away from pets. 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 pelargonium 'mrs pollock'.

What should I do if my dog ate pelargonium 'mrs pollock'?

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 pelargonium 'mrs pollock' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium 'Mrs Pollock' is toxic to cats as well. See the full pelargonium 'mrs pollock' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to pelargonium 'mrs pollock'?

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 pelargonium 'mrs pollock' pet-safety