Is Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' toxic to dogs?

No — salvia nemorosa 'ostfriesland' 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. Salvia (sage, Lamiaceae) is treated as non-toxic by the ASPCA, which lists garden sage (Salvia officinalis), scarlet sage (Salvia coccinea) and Texas sage as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. Eating a large quantity may still cause mild, self-limiting stomach upset, as with any plant.

Yes — the ASPCA lists salvia nemorosa 'ostfriesland' 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full salvia nemorosa 'ostfriesland' pet-safety guide for both species.

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.