Growli
Let's go

Pet safety

Is Soft Pitcher Plant toxic to dogs?

Nepenthes mollis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists soft pitcher plant 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. Nepenthes mollis is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principle harmful to cats or dogs has been documented. Given the very limited data available for this poorly-known species, it is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic; the digestive fluid in pitchers may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if consumed by a pet.

What to do if your dog ate soft pitcher plant

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

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

Is soft pitcher plant toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is soft pitcher plant toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists soft pitcher plant 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. Nepenthes mollis is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principle harmful to cats or dogs has been documented. Given the very limited data available for this poorly-known species, it is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic; the digestive fluid in pitchers may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if consumed by a pet.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats soft pitcher plant?

Nepenthes mollis is not listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database and no specific toxic principle harmful to cats or dogs has been documented. Given the very limited data available for this poorly-known species, it is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic; the digestive fluid in pitchers may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if consumed by a pet. 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 soft pitcher plant.

What should I do if my dog ate soft pitcher plant?

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 soft pitcher plant toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Soft Pitcher Plant is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full soft pitcher plant pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to soft pitcher plant?

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 soft pitcher plant pet-safety