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Is Orange Glow Firethorn toxic to dogs?

Pyracantha 'Orange Glow'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists orange glow firethorn 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. Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to pets.

What to do if your dog ate orange glow firethorn

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

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

Is orange glow firethorn toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is orange glow firethorn toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists orange glow firethorn 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. Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats orange glow firethorn?

Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to 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 orange glow firethorn.

What should I do if my dog ate orange glow firethorn?

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 orange glow firethorn toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Orange Glow Firethorn is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full orange glow firethorn pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to orange glow firethorn?

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 orange glow firethorn pet-safety