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Is Philodendron Maximum toxic to dogs?

Philodendron maximum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — philodendron maximum 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 classifies the Philodendron genus as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate philodendron maximum

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

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

Is philodendron maximum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is philodendron maximum toxic to dogs?

Yes — philodendron maximum 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 classifies the Philodendron genus as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large plant well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats philodendron maximum?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which classifies the Philodendron genus as toxic due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes intense oral burning and irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this large 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 maximum.

What should I do if my dog ate philodendron maximum?

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 maximum toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to philodendron maximum?

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 maximum pet-safety