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Is Pothos 'Shangri La' toxic to dogs?

Epipremnum aureum 'Shangri La'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — pothos 'shangri la' 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. The ASPCA lists golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate pothos 'shangri la'

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

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

Is pothos 'shangri la' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is pothos 'shangri la' toxic to dogs?

Yes — pothos 'shangri la' 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. The ASPCA lists golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats pothos 'shangri la'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic; the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, tongue and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 pothos 'shangri la'.

What should I do if my dog ate pothos 'shangri la'?

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 pothos 'shangri la' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pothos 'Shangri La' is toxic to cats as well. See the full pothos 'shangri la' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to pothos 'shangri la'?

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 pothos 'shangri la' pet-safety