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Is Typhonium trilobatum toxic to dogs?

Typhonium trilobatum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — typhonium trilobatum 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your dog ate typhonium trilobatum

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move typhonium trilobatum 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of typhonium trilobatum to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten typhonium trilobatum, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is typhonium trilobatum toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is typhonium trilobatum toxic to dogs?

Yes — typhonium trilobatum is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats typhonium trilobatum?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Typhonium trilobatum is an Araceae (arum) family aroid and all parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; documented human tuber-poisoning cases confirm the genus's irritant toxicity. Chewing causes intense oral burning as if needles are digging in, drooling, retching, vomiting and swelling of the mouth and throat. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling. 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 typhonium trilobatum.

What should I do if my dog ate typhonium trilobatum?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is typhonium trilobatum toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to typhonium trilobatum?

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.

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