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Is Yellow Horned Poppy toxic to dogs?

Glaucium flavum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — yellow horned poppy is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. All parts of Glaucium flavum contain isoquinoline alkaloids, principally glaucine, which is toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea), central nervous system depression, sedation, and ataxia. The milky sap also irritates skin and mucous membranes. Contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or a vet immediately if a pet has ingested any part of this plant.

What to do if your dog ate yellow horned poppy

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

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

Is yellow horned poppy toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is yellow horned poppy toxic to dogs?

Yes — yellow horned poppy is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All parts of Glaucium flavum contain isoquinoline alkaloids, principally glaucine, which is toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea), central nervous system depression, sedation, and ataxia. The milky sap also irritates skin and mucous membranes. Contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or a vet immediately if a pet has ingested any part of this plant.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats yellow horned poppy?

All parts of Glaucium flavum contain isoquinoline alkaloids, principally glaucine, which is toxic to cats and dogs. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea), central nervous system depression, sedation, and ataxia. The milky sap also irritates skin and mucous membranes. Contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or a vet immediately if a pet has ingested any part of this plant. 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 yellow horned poppy.

What should I do if my dog ate yellow horned poppy?

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 yellow horned poppy toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Yellow Horned Poppy is toxic to cats as well. See the full yellow horned poppy pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to yellow horned poppy?

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 yellow horned poppy pet-safety