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Is Rhododendron 'Catawbiense Boursault' toxic to dogs?

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which disrupt nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac function. Signs include drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, depression, and in severe cases collapse, coma, or death; even a few leaves can be serious.

What to do if your dog ate rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault'

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

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

Is rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' toxic to dogs?

Yes — rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which disrupt nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac function. Signs include drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, depression, and in severe cases collapse, coma, or death; even a few leaves can be serious.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which disrupt nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac function. Signs include drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, depression, and in severe cases collapse, coma, or death; even a few leaves can be serious. 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 rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault'.

What should I do if my dog ate rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault'?

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 rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rhododendron 'Catawbiense Boursault' is toxic to cats as well. See the full rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault'?

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 rhododendron 'catawbiense boursault' pet-safety