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Is Purpus's Dioon toxic to dogs?

Dioon purpusii

Toxic to dogs

Yes — purpus's dioon 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. All parts of Dioon purpusii are severely toxic. As a cycad, it contains cycasin (methylazoxymethanol glycoside) and BMAA neurotoxins. Ingestion causes vomiting, liver failure, neurological damage, and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and humans. Seeds are the most toxic part. Keep away from all pets and children. ASPCA classifies cycads (Cycas, Zamia and related genera) as severely toxic; Dioon is in the same family (Zamiaceae) with the same toxin profile.

What to do if your dog ate purpus's dioon

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

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

Is purpus's dioon toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is purpus's dioon toxic to dogs?

Yes — purpus's dioon is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All parts of Dioon purpusii are severely toxic. As a cycad, it contains cycasin (methylazoxymethanol glycoside) and BMAA neurotoxins. Ingestion causes vomiting, liver failure, neurological damage, and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and humans. Seeds are the most toxic part. Keep away from all pets and children. ASPCA classifies cycads (Cycas, Zamia and related genera) as severely toxic; Dioon is in the same family (Zamiaceae) with the same toxin profile.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats purpus's dioon?

All parts of Dioon purpusii are severely toxic. As a cycad, it contains cycasin (methylazoxymethanol glycoside) and BMAA neurotoxins. Ingestion causes vomiting, liver failure, neurological damage, and can be fatal to dogs, cats, and humans. Seeds are the most toxic part. Keep away from all pets and children. ASPCA classifies cycads (Cycas, Zamia and related genera) as severely toxic; Dioon is in the same family (Zamiaceae) with the same toxin profile. 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 purpus's dioon.

What should I do if my dog ate purpus's dioon?

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 purpus's dioon toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Purpus's Dioon is toxic to cats as well. See the full purpus's dioon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to purpus's dioon?

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 purpus's dioon pet-safety