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Is Pretty Crocus toxic to dogs?

Crocus pulchellus

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pretty crocus 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. A true Crocus (Iridaceae). Ingestion by cats or dogs causes mild gastrointestinal signs (drooling, vomiting, diarrhea) per Pet Poison Helpline's assessment of Crocus spp. ASPCA does not individually list C. pulchellus. It is not the severely toxic Colchicum autumnale, though both are sometimes called 'autumn crocus' — true Crocus has 3 stamens; Colchicum has 6.

What to do if your dog ate pretty crocus

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

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

Is pretty crocus toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is pretty crocus toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pretty crocus 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. A true Crocus (Iridaceae). Ingestion by cats or dogs causes mild gastrointestinal signs (drooling, vomiting, diarrhea) per Pet Poison Helpline's assessment of Crocus spp. ASPCA does not individually list C. pulchellus. It is not the severely toxic Colchicum autumnale, though both are sometimes called 'autumn crocus' — true Crocus has 3 stamens; Colchicum has 6.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats pretty crocus?

A true Crocus (Iridaceae). Ingestion by cats or dogs causes mild gastrointestinal signs (drooling, vomiting, diarrhea) per Pet Poison Helpline's assessment of Crocus spp. ASPCA does not individually list C. pulchellus. It is not the severely toxic Colchicum autumnale, though both are sometimes called 'autumn crocus' — true Crocus has 3 stamens; Colchicum has 6. 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 pretty crocus.

What should I do if my dog ate pretty crocus?

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 pretty crocus toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pretty Crocus is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full pretty crocus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to pretty crocus?

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 pretty crocus pet-safety