Pet safety
Is Viola 'Sorbet Raspberry' toxic to dogs?
Viola × wittrockiana 'Sorbet Raspberry'
No — viola 'sorbet raspberry' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-grounded: pansies and violets (Viola) are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, with edible flowers for humans. Ingesting large amounts may still cause mild, short-lived gastrointestinal upset.
Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' toxic to dogs?
No — viola 'sorbet raspberry' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. ASPCA-grounded: pansies and violets (Viola) are listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs, with edible flowers for humans. Ingesting large amounts may still cause mild, short-lived gastrointestinal upset.
Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists viola 'sorbet raspberry' as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Viola 'Sorbet Raspberry' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full viola 'sorbet raspberry' pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full viola 'sorbet raspberry' pet-safety
- Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is viola 'sorbet raspberry' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete viola 'sorbet raspberry' care guide