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Is Heartleaf philodendron toxic to dogs?

Philodendron hederaceum

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists heartleaf philodendron as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA lists Philodendron species as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalates.

What to do if your dog ate heartleaf philodendron

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

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

Is heartleaf philodendron toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is heartleaf philodendron toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists heartleaf philodendron as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. ASPCA lists Philodendron species as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalates.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats heartleaf philodendron?

ASPCA lists Philodendron species as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalates. 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 heartleaf philodendron.

What should I do if my dog ate heartleaf philodendron?

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 heartleaf philodendron toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to heartleaf philodendron?

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 heartleaf philodendron pet-safety