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Is Spotted Dead Nettle toxic to dogs?

Lamium maculatum

Non-toxic to dogs

No — spotted dead nettle is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Lamium maculatum (dead nettle) is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. It is in the Lamiaceae (mint) family, which contains many culinary herbs and is generally considered non-toxic. Regarded as safe around pets; no reported toxic principles for dogs or cats in available horticultural and veterinary literature.

Is spotted dead nettle toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is spotted dead nettle toxic to dogs?

No — spotted dead nettle is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Lamium maculatum (dead nettle) is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs or cats. It is in the Lamiaceae (mint) family, which contains many culinary herbs and is generally considered non-toxic. Regarded as safe around pets; no reported toxic principles for dogs or cats in available horticultural and veterinary literature.

Is spotted dead nettle safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists spotted dead nettle as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is spotted dead nettle toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spotted Dead Nettle is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full spotted dead nettle pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for dogs?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full spotted dead nettle pet-safety