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Is Vein-leaved Zamia toxic to dogs?

Zamia neurophyllidia

Toxic to dogs

Yes — vein-leaved zamia 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. Contains cycasin, a potent hepatotoxin found in all Zamia species. The ASPCA lists Zamia as toxic to dogs and cats, with ingestion causing vomiting, haemorrhagic gastroenteritis, liver failure, and death. Seeds are the most dangerous part, but all tissues are hazardous. Not safe for children either.

What to do if your dog ate vein-leaved zamia

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move vein-leaved zamia 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 vein-leaved zamia to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is vein-leaved zamia toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is vein-leaved zamia toxic to dogs?

Yes — vein-leaved zamia is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains cycasin, a potent hepatotoxin found in all Zamia species. The ASPCA lists Zamia as toxic to dogs and cats, with ingestion causing vomiting, haemorrhagic gastroenteritis, liver failure, and death. Seeds are the most dangerous part, but all tissues are hazardous. Not safe for children either.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats vein-leaved zamia?

Contains cycasin, a potent hepatotoxin found in all Zamia species. The ASPCA lists Zamia as toxic to dogs and cats, with ingestion causing vomiting, haemorrhagic gastroenteritis, liver failure, and death. Seeds are the most dangerous part, but all tissues are hazardous. Not safe for children either. 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 vein-leaved zamia.

What should I do if my dog ate vein-leaved zamia?

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 vein-leaved zamia toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Vein-leaved Zamia is toxic to cats as well. See the full vein-leaved zamia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to vein-leaved zamia?

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 vein-leaved zamia pet-safety