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Is Three-Leaved Stork's Bill toxic to dogs?

Erodium trifolium

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists three-leaved stork's bill 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. Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your dog ate three-leaved stork's bill

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move three-leaved stork's bill 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 three-leaved stork's bill to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is three-leaved stork's bill toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is three-leaved stork's bill toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists three-leaved stork's bill 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. Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats three-leaved stork's bill?

Erodium trifolium is not listed by ASPCA as a toxic plant, and no documented toxic principles exist for this species within the genus Erodium. Because the ASPCA database does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, it is prudent to treat it as mildly-toxic; mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if cats or dogs consume foliage. Seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected. 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 three-leaved stork's bill.

What should I do if my dog ate three-leaved stork's bill?

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 three-leaved stork's bill toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Three-Leaved Stork's Bill is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full three-leaved stork's bill pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to three-leaved stork's bill?

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 three-leaved stork's bill pet-safety