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Is Philodendron Andreanum toxic to dogs?

Philodendron andreanum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — philodendron andreanum 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. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Philodendron as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate philodendron andreanum

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

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

Is philodendron andreanum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is philodendron andreanum toxic to dogs?

Yes — philodendron andreanum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Philodendron as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats philodendron andreanum?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Philodendron as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this plant well out of reach of pets and children. 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 philodendron andreanum.

What should I do if my dog ate philodendron andreanum?

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 philodendron andreanum toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Philodendron Andreanum is toxic to cats as well. See the full philodendron andreanum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to philodendron andreanum?

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 philodendron andreanum pet-safety