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Is Thai Silk California poppy toxic to dogs?

Eschscholzia californica 'Thai Silk'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists thai silk california poppy 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. Eschscholzia californica contains isoquinoline alkaloids (californidine, eschscholtzine) distinct from those in Papaver but still capable of causing mild gastrointestinal upset — vomiting, nausea — in dogs and cats if ingested in quantity. The ASPCA does not list Eschscholzia californica individually on its toxic plant database, but given the alkaloid content, it is prudent to treat the plant as mildly toxic. The risk from casual contact or small ingestion is low.

What to do if your dog ate thai silk california poppy

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

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

Is thai silk california poppy toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is thai silk california poppy toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists thai silk california poppy 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. Eschscholzia californica contains isoquinoline alkaloids (californidine, eschscholtzine) distinct from those in Papaver but still capable of causing mild gastrointestinal upset — vomiting, nausea — in dogs and cats if ingested in quantity. The ASPCA does not list Eschscholzia californica individually on its toxic plant database, but given the alkaloid content, it is prudent to treat the plant as mildly toxic. The risk from casual contact or small ingestion is low.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats thai silk california poppy?

Eschscholzia californica contains isoquinoline alkaloids (californidine, eschscholtzine) distinct from those in Papaver but still capable of causing mild gastrointestinal upset — vomiting, nausea — in dogs and cats if ingested in quantity. The ASPCA does not list Eschscholzia californica individually on its toxic plant database, but given the alkaloid content, it is prudent to treat the plant as mildly toxic. The risk from casual contact or small ingestion is low. 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 thai silk california poppy.

What should I do if my dog ate thai silk california poppy?

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 thai silk california poppy toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Thai Silk California poppy is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full thai silk california poppy pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to thai silk california poppy?

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 thai silk california poppy pet-safety