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Is Revolution Hosta toxic to dogs?

Hosta 'Revolution'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — revolution hosta 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. The ASPCA lists Hosta as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. Site away from pets that chew plants.

What to do if your dog ate revolution hosta

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

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

Is revolution hosta toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is revolution hosta toxic to dogs?

Yes — revolution hosta is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Hosta as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. Site away from pets that chew plants.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats revolution hosta?

The ASPCA lists Hosta as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion typically causes vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. Site away from pets that chew plants. 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 revolution hosta.

What should I do if my dog ate revolution hosta?

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 revolution hosta toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Revolution Hosta is toxic to cats as well. See the full revolution hosta pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to revolution hosta?

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 revolution hosta pet-safety