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Is Silverbush toxic to dogs?

Convolvulus cneorum

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists silverbush 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. Convolvulus cneorum is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database and multiple horticultural sources report no toxic effects. However, most ornamental Convolvulus contain alkaloids and the genus is related to plants known to cause gastrointestinal upset in livestock; because no explicit pet-safe confirmation from ASPCA exists, a mildly-toxic precautionary rating is applied.

What to do if your dog ate silverbush

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

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

Is silverbush toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is silverbush toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists silverbush 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. Convolvulus cneorum is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database and multiple horticultural sources report no toxic effects. However, most ornamental Convolvulus contain alkaloids and the genus is related to plants known to cause gastrointestinal upset in livestock; because no explicit pet-safe confirmation from ASPCA exists, a mildly-toxic precautionary rating is applied.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats silverbush?

Convolvulus cneorum is not listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database and multiple horticultural sources report no toxic effects. However, most ornamental Convolvulus contain alkaloids and the genus is related to plants known to cause gastrointestinal upset in livestock; because no explicit pet-safe confirmation from ASPCA exists, a mildly-toxic precautionary rating is applied. 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 silverbush.

What should I do if my dog ate silverbush?

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 silverbush toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Silverbush is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full silverbush pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to silverbush?

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 silverbush pet-safety