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Is String of Tears toxic to dogs?

Curio herreianus

Toxic to dogs

Yes — string of tears 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. Curio herreianus belongs to the Senecio/Curio group; the ASPCA flags string-of-pearls-type Senecio succulents as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, drooling, lethargy and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate string of tears

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

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

Is string of tears toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is string of tears toxic to dogs?

Yes — string of tears is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Curio herreianus belongs to the Senecio/Curio group; the ASPCA flags string-of-pearls-type Senecio succulents as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, drooling, lethargy and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats string of tears?

Curio herreianus belongs to the Senecio/Curio group; the ASPCA flags string-of-pearls-type Senecio succulents as toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, drooling, lethargy and diarrhoea, and the sap may irritate skin. 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 string of tears.

What should I do if my dog ate string of tears?

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 string of tears toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: String of Tears is toxic to cats as well. See the full string of tears pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to string of tears?

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 string of tears pet-safety