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Is White Prairie Clover toxic to dogs?

Dalea candida

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists white prairie clover 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. Dalea candida is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet before assuming it is safe. It is a palatable native forage legume grazed by livestock and wildlife and not reported as poisonous, but as an unlisted plant it must not be called pet-safe—keep pets from eating it in quantity.

What to do if your dog ate white prairie clover

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

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

Is white prairie clover toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is white prairie clover toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists white prairie clover 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. Dalea candida is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet before assuming it is safe. It is a palatable native forage legume grazed by livestock and wildlife and not reported as poisonous, but as an unlisted plant it must not be called pet-safe—keep pets from eating it in quantity.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats white prairie clover?

Dalea candida is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet before assuming it is safe. It is a palatable native forage legume grazed by livestock and wildlife and not reported as poisonous, but as an unlisted plant it must not be called pet-safe—keep pets from eating it in 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 white prairie clover.

What should I do if my dog ate white prairie clover?

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 white prairie clover toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: White Prairie Clover is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full white prairie clover pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to white prairie clover?

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 white prairie clover pet-safety