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Is Zaragoza Ceratozamia toxic to dogs?

Ceratozamia zaragozae

Toxic to dogs

Yes — zaragoza ceratozamia 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 Ceratozamia zaragozae contain cycasin and BMAA neurotoxin, consistent with all Zamiaceae cycads. Ingestion by dogs, cats, or people causes severe vomiting, acute liver and neurological damage, and may be fatal. The seeds are particularly dangerous. ASPCA classifies cycads as severely toxic. This plant must be kept entirely away from pets and children at all times.

What to do if your dog ate zaragoza ceratozamia

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

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

Is zaragoza ceratozamia toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is zaragoza ceratozamia toxic to dogs?

Yes — zaragoza ceratozamia 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 Ceratozamia zaragozae contain cycasin and BMAA neurotoxin, consistent with all Zamiaceae cycads. Ingestion by dogs, cats, or people causes severe vomiting, acute liver and neurological damage, and may be fatal. The seeds are particularly dangerous. ASPCA classifies cycads as severely toxic. This plant must be kept entirely away from pets and children at all times.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats zaragoza ceratozamia?

All parts of Ceratozamia zaragozae contain cycasin and BMAA neurotoxin, consistent with all Zamiaceae cycads. Ingestion by dogs, cats, or people causes severe vomiting, acute liver and neurological damage, and may be fatal. The seeds are particularly dangerous. ASPCA classifies cycads as severely toxic. This plant must be kept entirely away from pets and children at all times. 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 zaragoza ceratozamia.

What should I do if my dog ate zaragoza ceratozamia?

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 zaragoza ceratozamia toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Zaragoza Ceratozamia is toxic to cats as well. See the full zaragoza ceratozamia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to zaragoza ceratozamia?

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 zaragoza ceratozamia pet-safety