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Is Silky Prairie Clover toxic to dogs?

Dalea villosa

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists silky prairie clover 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. Dalea villosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Some Dalea species contain alkaloids and isoflavonoids whose pet toxicity has not been fully characterised; classified as mildly-toxic out of caution. Consult a vet if a pet ingests significant quantities.

What to do if your dog ate silky prairie clover

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

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

Is silky prairie clover toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is silky prairie clover toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists silky prairie clover 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. Dalea villosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Some Dalea species contain alkaloids and isoflavonoids whose pet toxicity has not been fully characterised; classified as mildly-toxic out of caution. Consult a vet if a pet ingests significant quantities.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats silky prairie clover?

Dalea villosa is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Some Dalea species contain alkaloids and isoflavonoids whose pet toxicity has not been fully characterised; classified as mildly-toxic out of caution. Consult a vet if a pet ingests significant quantities. 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 silky prairie clover.

What should I do if my dog ate silky prairie clover?

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 silky prairie clover toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Silky Prairie Clover is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full silky prairie clover pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to silky prairie clover?

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 silky prairie clover pet-safety