Pet safety
Is Schlumbergera 'White Christmas' toxic to dogs?
Schlumbergera truncata 'White Christmas'
No — schlumbergera 'white christmas' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) entry records it non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The fibrous stems can cause mild vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten in quantity, but the plant contains no toxic principle.
Is schlumbergera 'white christmas' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is schlumbergera 'white christmas' toxic to dogs?
No — schlumbergera 'white christmas' 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. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs; the ASPCA Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera) entry records it non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The fibrous stems can cause mild vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten in quantity, but the plant contains no toxic principle.
Is schlumbergera 'white christmas' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists schlumbergera 'white christmas' 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 schlumbergera 'white christmas' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Schlumbergera 'White Christmas' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full schlumbergera 'white christmas' 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 schlumbergera 'white christmas' pet-safety
- Is schlumbergera 'white christmas' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is schlumbergera 'white christmas' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete schlumbergera 'white christmas' care guide