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Is Stapelia hirsuta toxic to dogs?

Stapelia hirsuta

Non-toxic to dogs

No — stapelia hirsuta 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. The ASPCA lists this very plant — Stapelia hirsuta, the Carrion Flower (Hairy Toad Plant) — as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion may still cause mild, self-limiting stomach upset; the soft stem teeth and flower hairs are harmless.

Is stapelia hirsuta toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is stapelia hirsuta toxic to dogs?

No — stapelia hirsuta 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. The ASPCA lists this very plant — Stapelia hirsuta, the Carrion Flower (Hairy Toad Plant) — as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Ingestion may still cause mild, self-limiting stomach upset; the soft stem teeth and flower hairs are harmless.

Is stapelia hirsuta safe for dogs?

Yes — the ASPCA lists stapelia hirsuta 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 stapelia hirsuta toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Stapelia hirsuta is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full stapelia hirsuta 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.

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