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Is Panicle Hydrangea 'Vanilla Strawberry' toxic to dogs?

Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' 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. ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The leaves, buds and flowers contain cyanogenic glycosides; ingestion of significant amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy.

What to do if your dog ate panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' 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 panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' toxic to dogs?

Yes — panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The leaves, buds and flowers contain cyanogenic glycosides; ingestion of significant amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry'?

ASPCA lists Hydrangea as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The leaves, buds and flowers contain cyanogenic glycosides; ingestion of significant amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy. 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 panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry'.

What should I do if my dog ate panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry'?

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 panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Panicle Hydrangea 'Vanilla Strawberry' is toxic to cats as well. See the full panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry'?

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 panicle hydrangea 'vanilla strawberry' pet-safety