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Is Sweet Cherry 'Sunburst' toxic to dogs?

Prunus avium 'Sunburst'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — sweet cherry 'sunburst' 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. Cherry (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and stones contain cyanogenic glycosides releasing cyanide; wilting foliage and the kernel within the stone are most toxic, while the ripe flesh is not the danger. Poisoning signs include brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, panting, breathing difficulty and shock. Keep pets away from prunings, leaves and stones.

What to do if your dog ate sweet cherry 'sunburst'

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

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

Is sweet cherry 'sunburst' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is sweet cherry 'sunburst' toxic to dogs?

Yes — sweet cherry 'sunburst' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Cherry (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and stones contain cyanogenic glycosides releasing cyanide; wilting foliage and the kernel within the stone are most toxic, while the ripe flesh is not the danger. Poisoning signs include brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, panting, breathing difficulty and shock. Keep pets away from prunings, leaves and stones.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats sweet cherry 'sunburst'?

Cherry (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and stones contain cyanogenic glycosides releasing cyanide; wilting foliage and the kernel within the stone are most toxic, while the ripe flesh is not the danger. Poisoning signs include brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, panting, breathing difficulty and shock. Keep pets away from prunings, leaves and stones. 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 sweet cherry 'sunburst'.

What should I do if my dog ate sweet cherry 'sunburst'?

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 sweet cherry 'sunburst' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sweet Cherry 'Sunburst' is toxic to cats as well. See the full sweet cherry 'sunburst' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to sweet cherry 'sunburst'?

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 sweet cherry 'sunburst' pet-safety