Is Pellionia daveauana toxic to dogs?

No — pellionia daveauana 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 genus Pellionia is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (under Satin Pellionia, Pellionia pulchra, family Urticaceae); P. daveauana is the closely related sister species in the same genus and family, with no toxic principle reported. Note it is unrelated to true Begonia despite the trade name 'watermelon begonia'. Chewing may cause only mild, transient stomach upset.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pellionia daveauana 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pellionia daveauana is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full pellionia daveauana pet-safety guide for both species.

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.