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Is Tatsoi toxic to dogs?

Brassica rapa var. narinosa

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tatsoi as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Brassica rapa greens are not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brassicas contain isothiocyanates and goitrogens, and large quantities can cause gas, GI upset, or thyroid effects in cats and dogs, so feed only sparingly.

What to do if your dog ate tatsoi

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

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

Is tatsoi toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is tatsoi toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists tatsoi as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Brassica rapa greens are not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brassicas contain isothiocyanates and goitrogens, and large quantities can cause gas, GI upset, or thyroid effects in cats and dogs, so feed only sparingly.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats tatsoi?

Brassica rapa greens are not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic plant database, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brassicas contain isothiocyanates and goitrogens, and large quantities can cause gas, GI upset, or thyroid effects in cats and dogs, so feed only sparingly. 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 tatsoi.

What should I do if my dog ate tatsoi?

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 tatsoi toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Tatsoi is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full tatsoi pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to tatsoi?

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 tatsoi pet-safety