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Is Weigela 'Midnight Wine' toxic to dogs?

Weigela florida 'Elvera'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weigela 'midnight wine' 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. Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies.

What to do if your dog ate weigela 'midnight wine'

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move weigela 'midnight wine' 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 weigela 'midnight wine' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weigela 'midnight wine' 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. Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats weigela 'midnight wine'?

Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies. 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 weigela 'midnight wine'.

What should I do if my dog ate weigela 'midnight wine'?

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 weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Weigela 'Midnight Wine' is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full weigela 'midnight wine' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to weigela 'midnight wine'?

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 weigela 'midnight wine' pet-safety