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Is Striped Tylecodon toxic to dogs?

Tylecodon striatus

Toxic to dogs

Yes — striped tylecodon 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. All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward.

What to do if your dog ate striped tylecodon

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

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

Is striped tylecodon toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is striped tylecodon toxic to dogs?

Yes — striped tylecodon is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats striped tylecodon?

All Tylecodon species contain cardiotoxic and cumulatively neurotoxic bufadienolides (tyledosides). Ingestion by pets or livestock causes krimpsiekte — a potentially fatal paretic syndrome. Keep away from dogs, cats, and children. Wear gloves when handling; wash hands thoroughly afterward. 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 striped tylecodon.

What should I do if my dog ate striped tylecodon?

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 striped tylecodon toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Striped Tylecodon is toxic to cats as well. See the full striped tylecodon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to striped tylecodon?

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 striped tylecodon pet-safety