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Is Song of India toxic to dogs?

Dracaena reflexa 'Variegata'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — song of india is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate song of india

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

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

Is song of india toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is song of india toxic to dogs?

Yes — song of india is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats song of india?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 song of india.

What should I do if my dog ate song of india?

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 song of india toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Song of India is toxic to cats as well. See the full song of india pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to song of india?

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 song of india pet-safety