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Is Vancouver Jade Bearberry toxic to dogs?

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists vancouver jade bearberry 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. As with the species, 'Vancouver Jade' contains arbutin and tannins. The berries are edible for humans in small quantities and a traditional food, but large consumption can cause gastrointestinal upset. Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic to pets; however, arbutin (a hydroquinone glycoside) may be harmful to cats or dogs in quantity. Seek veterinary advice before allowing pet access.

What to do if your dog ate vancouver jade bearberry

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

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

Is vancouver jade bearberry toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is vancouver jade bearberry toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists vancouver jade bearberry 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. As with the species, 'Vancouver Jade' contains arbutin and tannins. The berries are edible for humans in small quantities and a traditional food, but large consumption can cause gastrointestinal upset. Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic to pets; however, arbutin (a hydroquinone glycoside) may be harmful to cats or dogs in quantity. Seek veterinary advice before allowing pet access.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats vancouver jade bearberry?

As with the species, 'Vancouver Jade' contains arbutin and tannins. The berries are edible for humans in small quantities and a traditional food, but large consumption can cause gastrointestinal upset. Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic to pets; however, arbutin (a hydroquinone glycoside) may be harmful to cats or dogs in quantity. Seek veterinary advice before allowing pet access. 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 vancouver jade bearberry.

What should I do if my dog ate vancouver jade bearberry?

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 vancouver jade bearberry toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Vancouver Jade Bearberry is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full vancouver jade bearberry pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to vancouver jade bearberry?

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 vancouver jade bearberry pet-safety