Pet safety
Is Rocky Mountain Douglas Fir toxic to dogs?
Pseudotsuga menziesii var. glauca
No — rocky mountain douglas fir is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Pseudotsuga menziesii is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No clinically significant toxic principles are documented for Douglas Fir; foliage and bark are considered non-toxic to dogs and cats.
Is rocky mountain douglas fir toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is rocky mountain douglas fir toxic to dogs?
No — rocky mountain douglas fir is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Pseudotsuga menziesii is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. No clinically significant toxic principles are documented for Douglas Fir; foliage and bark are considered non-toxic to dogs and cats.
Is rocky mountain douglas fir safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists rocky mountain douglas fir as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is rocky mountain douglas fir toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rocky Mountain Douglas Fir is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full rocky mountain douglas fir pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full rocky mountain douglas fir pet-safety
- Is rocky mountain douglas fir toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is rocky mountain douglas fir toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete rocky mountain douglas fir care guide