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Is Sissinghurst White Pulmonaria toxic to dogs?

Pulmonaria officinalis 'Sissinghurst White'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sissinghurst white pulmonaria 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, so pet safety is unconfirmed; Pulmonaria contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids and saponins (classes the ASPCA treats as toxic) and bristly leaf hairs can irritate skin. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming pet-safe.

What to do if your dog ate sissinghurst white pulmonaria

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

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

Is sissinghurst white pulmonaria toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is sissinghurst white pulmonaria toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists sissinghurst white pulmonaria 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, so pet safety is unconfirmed; Pulmonaria contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids and saponins (classes the ASPCA treats as toxic) and bristly leaf hairs can irritate skin. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats sissinghurst white pulmonaria?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA, so pet safety is unconfirmed; Pulmonaria contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids and saponins (classes the ASPCA treats as toxic) and bristly leaf hairs can irritate skin. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming 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 sissinghurst white pulmonaria.

What should I do if my dog ate sissinghurst white pulmonaria?

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 sissinghurst white pulmonaria toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sissinghurst White Pulmonaria is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full sissinghurst white pulmonaria pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to sissinghurst white pulmonaria?

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.

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