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Is Sinaloa Sage toxic to dogs?

Salvia sinaloensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sinaloa sage 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. Salvia sinaloensis is not individually assessed by the ASPCA. The ASPCA lists Salvia officinalis (common sage) as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but individual data for S. sinaloensis is absent. A precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. Monitor pets for gastrointestinal signs if ingestion occurs and seek veterinary advice.

What to do if your dog ate sinaloa sage

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

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

Is sinaloa sage toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is sinaloa sage toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sinaloa sage 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. Salvia sinaloensis is not individually assessed by the ASPCA. The ASPCA lists Salvia officinalis (common sage) as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but individual data for S. sinaloensis is absent. A precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. Monitor pets for gastrointestinal signs if ingestion occurs and seek veterinary advice.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats sinaloa sage?

Salvia sinaloensis is not individually assessed by the ASPCA. The ASPCA lists Salvia officinalis (common sage) as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but individual data for S. sinaloensis is absent. A precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. Monitor pets for gastrointestinal signs if ingestion occurs and seek veterinary advice. 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 sinaloa sage.

What should I do if my dog ate sinaloa sage?

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 sinaloa sage toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to sinaloa sage?

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 sinaloa sage pet-safety