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Is Weld toxic to dogs?

Reseda luteola

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weld 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. Reseda luteola is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is not regarded as significantly toxic to cats or dogs, and the plant has a long history of safe use as a dye plant around people and livestock. However, no formal ASPCA safety classification exists, so it is listed here as mildly-toxic as a precaution. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests a significant quantity.

What to do if your dog ate weld

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

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

Is weld toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is weld toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weld 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. Reseda luteola is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is not regarded as significantly toxic to cats or dogs, and the plant has a long history of safe use as a dye plant around people and livestock. However, no formal ASPCA safety classification exists, so it is listed here as mildly-toxic as a precaution. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests a significant quantity.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats weld?

Reseda luteola is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. It is not regarded as significantly toxic to cats or dogs, and the plant has a long history of safe use as a dye plant around people and livestock. However, no formal ASPCA safety classification exists, so it is listed here as mildly-toxic as a precaution. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests a significant quantity. 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 weld.

What should I do if my dog ate weld?

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 weld toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Weld is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full weld pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to weld?

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 weld pet-safety