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Is San Pedro Cactus toxic to dogs?

Echinopsis pachanoi

Toxic to dogs

Yes — san pedro cactus 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. Echinopsis pachanoi contains mescaline and related alkaloids throughout all plant tissues. The ASPCA lists Trichocereus species as toxic to dogs and cats, with signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and neurological symptoms. Keep out of reach of all pets and children.

What to do if your dog ate san pedro cactus

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

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

Is san pedro cactus toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is san pedro cactus toxic to dogs?

Yes — san pedro cactus is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Echinopsis pachanoi contains mescaline and related alkaloids throughout all plant tissues. The ASPCA lists Trichocereus species as toxic to dogs and cats, with signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and neurological symptoms. Keep out of reach of all pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats san pedro cactus?

Echinopsis pachanoi contains mescaline and related alkaloids throughout all plant tissues. The ASPCA lists Trichocereus species as toxic to dogs and cats, with signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and neurological symptoms. Keep out of reach of all pets and children. 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 san pedro cactus.

What should I do if my dog ate san pedro cactus?

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 san pedro cactus toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: San Pedro Cactus is toxic to cats as well. See the full san pedro cactus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to san pedro cactus?

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 san pedro cactus pet-safety