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Is Sea Purslane Shrub toxic to dogs?

Atriplex halimus

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sea purslane shrub as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Atriplex halimus is not listed in the ASPCA toxic plant database, and PFAF notes no known toxins in the genus. However, leaves contain soluble oxalates, which can cause digestive upset and, in large quantities, impair calcium absorption or damage kidneys in pets and livestock. Classified as mildly-toxic out of caution — not confirmed pet-safe.

What to do if your dog ate sea purslane shrub

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

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

Is sea purslane shrub toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is sea purslane shrub toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sea purslane shrub as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Atriplex halimus is not listed in the ASPCA toxic plant database, and PFAF notes no known toxins in the genus. However, leaves contain soluble oxalates, which can cause digestive upset and, in large quantities, impair calcium absorption or damage kidneys in pets and livestock. Classified as mildly-toxic out of caution — not confirmed pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats sea purslane shrub?

Atriplex halimus is not listed in the ASPCA toxic plant database, and PFAF notes no known toxins in the genus. However, leaves contain soluble oxalates, which can cause digestive upset and, in large quantities, impair calcium absorption or damage kidneys in pets and livestock. Classified as mildly-toxic out of caution — not confirmed pet-safe. 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 sea purslane shrub.

What should I do if my dog ate sea purslane shrub?

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 sea purslane shrub toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sea Purslane Shrub is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full sea purslane shrub pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to sea purslane shrub?

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 sea purslane shrub pet-safety