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Is African Spear Plant toxic to dogs?

Sansevieria cylindrica

Toxic to dogs

Yes — african spear plant 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 Sansevieria species as toxic to cats and dogs due to saponins, which cause gastrointestinal upset including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea if ingested. Place out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate african spear plant

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

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

Is african spear plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is african spear plant toxic to dogs?

Yes — african spear plant 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 Sansevieria species as toxic to cats and dogs due to saponins, which cause gastrointestinal upset including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea if ingested. Place out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats african spear plant?

The ASPCA lists Sansevieria species as toxic to cats and dogs due to saponins, which cause gastrointestinal upset including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea if ingested. Place out of reach of 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 african spear plant.

What should I do if my dog ate african spear plant?

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 african spear plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: African Spear Plant is toxic to cats as well. See the full african spear plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to african spear plant?

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 african spear plant pet-safety