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Is Pink Lady flowering quince toxic to dogs?

Chaenomeles x superba 'Pink Lady'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pink lady flowering quince 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. The seeds of Chaenomeles contain cyanogenic glycosides (as do most Rosaceae pips); the cooked fruit pulp is safe and edible. ASPCA does not individually list Chaenomeles; caution is warranted if pets or children chew seeds or bark.

What to do if your dog ate pink lady flowering quince

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move pink lady flowering quince 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 pink lady flowering quince to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is pink lady flowering quince toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is pink lady flowering quince toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pink lady flowering quince 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. The seeds of Chaenomeles contain cyanogenic glycosides (as do most Rosaceae pips); the cooked fruit pulp is safe and edible. ASPCA does not individually list Chaenomeles; caution is warranted if pets or children chew seeds or bark.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats pink lady flowering quince?

The seeds of Chaenomeles contain cyanogenic glycosides (as do most Rosaceae pips); the cooked fruit pulp is safe and edible. ASPCA does not individually list Chaenomeles; caution is warranted if pets or children chew seeds or bark. 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 pink lady flowering quince.

What should I do if my dog ate pink lady flowering quince?

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 pink lady flowering quince toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pink Lady flowering quince is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full pink lady flowering quince pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to pink lady flowering quince?

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 pink lady flowering quince pet-safety