Pet safety
Is Green Shiso toxic to dogs?
Perilla frutescens var. crispa f. viridis
No — green shiso 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. Perilla frutescens is listed as toxic to horses and ruminants (contains perilla ketone, causing pulmonary oedema) in veterinary literature. However, the ASPCA does not list it as toxic to dogs or cats. Exercise caution with livestock exposure; the risk to companion pets (dogs, cats) appears low at culinary leaf quantities, but avoid large ingestions. ⚠️ The ASPCA does not list this species individually, so this reflects genus- and family-level inference rather than a direct listing — and our own records disagree across the genus. If your pet has eaten it, treat it as unverified and call your vet or the APCC on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK rather than relying on this page. Checked 2026-07-28.
Is green shiso toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is green shiso toxic to dogs?
No — green shiso 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. Perilla frutescens is listed as toxic to horses and ruminants (contains perilla ketone, causing pulmonary oedema) in veterinary literature. However, the ASPCA does not list it as toxic to dogs or cats. Exercise caution with livestock exposure; the risk to companion pets (dogs, cats) appears low at culinary leaf quantities, but avoid large ingestions. ⚠️ The ASPCA does not list this species individually, so this reflects genus- and family-level inference rather than a direct listing — and our own records disagree across the genus. If your pet has eaten it, treat it as unverified and call your vet or the APCC on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK rather than relying on this page. Checked 2026-07-28.
Is green shiso safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists green shiso 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 green shiso toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Green Shiso is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full green shiso 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.
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Full green shiso pet-safety
- Is shiso (perilla) toxic to dogs? — the species this cultivar belongs to, checked separately
- Is green shiso toxic to dogs? — our other guide for the same plant
- Is green shiso toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is green shiso toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete green shiso care guide
- Best plant app for pet owners — which apps actually flag ASPCA toxicity before you buy the plant
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