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Is Treneague Chamomile toxic to dogs?

Chamaemelum nobile 'Treneague'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — treneague chamomile 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. The ASPCA lists chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile / Anthemis nobilis, including Roman chamomile) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The toxic principles are volatile oil, bisabolol, chamazulene, anthemic acid and tannic acid; clinical signs include contact dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia and allergic reactions, with bleeding tendencies after prolonged exposure. Keep pets from grazing a chamomile lawn.

What to do if your dog ate treneague chamomile

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

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

Is treneague chamomile toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is treneague chamomile toxic to dogs?

Yes — treneague chamomile is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile / Anthemis nobilis, including Roman chamomile) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The toxic principles are volatile oil, bisabolol, chamazulene, anthemic acid and tannic acid; clinical signs include contact dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia and allergic reactions, with bleeding tendencies after prolonged exposure. Keep pets from grazing a chamomile lawn.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats treneague chamomile?

The ASPCA lists chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile / Anthemis nobilis, including Roman chamomile) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The toxic principles are volatile oil, bisabolol, chamazulene, anthemic acid and tannic acid; clinical signs include contact dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia and allergic reactions, with bleeding tendencies after prolonged exposure. Keep pets from grazing a chamomile lawn. 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 treneague chamomile.

What should I do if my dog ate treneague chamomile?

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 treneague chamomile toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Treneague Chamomile is toxic to cats as well. See the full treneague chamomile pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to treneague chamomile?

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 treneague chamomile pet-safety