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Is Wisley Gaultheria toxic to dogs?

Gaultheria × wisleyensis

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wisley gaultheria 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. Gaultheria species contain methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen), which is toxic to dogs, cats, and people if ingested in quantity. Gaultheria is not individually listed by ASPCA but the genus is well-documented to contain methyl salicylate; treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Berries are attractive but should not be eaten by children or animals.

What to do if your dog ate wisley gaultheria

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

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

Is wisley gaultheria toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is wisley gaultheria toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wisley gaultheria 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. Gaultheria species contain methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen), which is toxic to dogs, cats, and people if ingested in quantity. Gaultheria is not individually listed by ASPCA but the genus is well-documented to contain methyl salicylate; treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Berries are attractive but should not be eaten by children or animals.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats wisley gaultheria?

Gaultheria species contain methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen), which is toxic to dogs, cats, and people if ingested in quantity. Gaultheria is not individually listed by ASPCA but the genus is well-documented to contain methyl salicylate; treat as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Berries are attractive but should not be eaten by children or animals. 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 wisley gaultheria.

What should I do if my dog ate wisley gaultheria?

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 wisley gaultheria toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to wisley gaultheria?

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.

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