Toxic plants for dogs

394 houseplants and garden plants checked — clear verdicts on what’s safe, what irritates, and what means an instant trip to the vet.

Pothos☠️ ToxicYes, pothos is toxic to dogs. Chewing any part of the vine releases calcium oxalate crystals thaAloe Vera⚠️ Mildly ToxicAloe vera is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. The skin and latex layer of the leaf contain coSpider Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, spider plants are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that nibbles the arching leaves is not at risk ofEaster Lily⚠️ Mildly ToxicEaster lilies are only mildly toxic to dogs — they usually cause stomach upset, not the fatal kiSago Palm☠️ ToxicYes — sago palm is severely toxic to dogs, with a documented fatality rate around 50% when untreBoston Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, Boston ferns are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing a frond will not poison your dog.African Violet✅ Non-ToxicNo, African violets are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews the fuzzy leaves or colorful blooms Alocasia☠️ ToxicYes, alocasia is toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or stems embeds calcium oxalate crystals in tAmaryllis☠️ ToxicYes, amaryllis is toxic to dogs. The showy blooms get the blame less often than the bulb, which Anthurium☠️ ToxicYes, anthurium is toxic to dogs. Any chewed part releases calcium oxalate crystals that injure tArrowhead Plant☠️ ToxicYes, arrowhead plant is toxic to dogs. Chewing the vines or leaves embeds sharp oxalate crystalsArtillery Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, artillery plant is non-toxic to dogs. The tiny popping seed pods may fascinate a dog but wilAsparagus Fern☠️ ToxicYes, asparagus fern is toxic to dogs. Eating the fronds or berries typically causes vomiting andAzalea☠️ ToxicYes, azaleas are severely toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves, flowers or even licking nectar can causBaby’s Breath☠️ ToxicYes, baby’s breath is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the airy white sprigs typically brings on vomBaby Rubber Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, baby rubber plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the waxy leaves will not poison your dog.Banana Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, banana plants are non-toxic to dogs. Leaves, stem and fruit are all safe, making it a good lBegonia☠️ ToxicYes, begonias are toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves causes mouth irritation, and digging up the tubeBird of Paradise☠️ ToxicYes, Strelitzia bird of paradise is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the leathery leaves or blooms tBird’s Nest Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, bird’s nest fern is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews the soft fronds is not at risk of poBlack-Eyed Susan☠️ ToxicYes, black-eyed Susan is mildly toxic to dogs. Grazing the daisy-like flowers or leaves typicallBleeding Heart☠️ ToxicYes, bleeding heart is toxic to dogs. Foliage and especially roots carry alkaloids that upset thBlue Star Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, blue star fern is generally regarded as non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its blue-green fronds shoBluebells☠️ ToxicYes, bluebells are toxic to dogs, especially the bulbs. Dogs that dig in spring woodland beds arBromeliad✅ Non-ToxicNo, bromeliads are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that mouths or chews the rosette is not at risk of pButtercup☠️ ToxicYes, buttercups are mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the fresh plant releases an irritating juice tCaladium☠️ ToxicYes, caladium is toxic to dogs. Any chewed leaf or stem releases oxalate crystals that injure thCalla Lily☠️ ToxicYes, calla lily is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the elegant white blooms or leaves embeds oxalaCamellia✅ Non-ToxicNo, camellias are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews the leaves or knocks over the blooms will Canna Lily✅ Non-ToxicNo, canna lily is non-toxic to dogs. Leaves, blooms and the rhizomes are all considered pet-safeCast Iron Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, cast iron plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the strap-like leaves will not poison a dog.Carnation☠️ ToxicYes, carnations are mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the blooms or stems usually means brief vomitinCat Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, cat palm is non-toxic to dogs. This bushy floor palm is safe even in homes with a plant-chewChamomile⚠️ Mildly ToxicChamomile sits in the mild zone for dogs — grazing the plant may cause slight stomach upset, andChenille Plant☠️ ToxicYes, chenille plant is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the catkins or leaves typically causes shortChinese Evergreen☠️ ToxicYes, Chinese evergreen is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the patterned leaves embeds oxalate crysChinese Money Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, Chinese money plant is non-toxic to dogs. The coin-shaped leaves pose no poisoning risk if aChives☠️ ToxicYes, chives are toxic to dogs. Like all onion-family plants, they can cause hemolytic anemia, thChristmas Cactus✅ Non-ToxicNo, Christmas cactus is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the flat green segments will not poison your Christmas Cherry☠️ ToxicYes, Christmas cherry is toxic to dogs. The decorative berries that make the plant popular are aChrysanthemum☠️ ToxicYes, chrysanthemums are mildly toxic to dogs. Grazing fall mums typically causes vomiting, diarrCineraria☠️ ToxicYes, cineraria is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the bright blooms or fuzzy leaves usually causesClematis☠️ ToxicYes, clematis is mildly toxic to dogs. The acrid taste usually limits dogs to a bite or two, butColeus☠️ ToxicYes, coleus is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the showy leaves typically causes a bout of vomitinColumbine☠️ ToxicYes, columbine is mildly toxic to dogs. Grazing the distinctive blooms or foliage usually means Coral Bells⚠️ Mildly ToxicCoral bells are generally regarded as safe for dogs, with no documented poisonings, but the specCoral Cactus☠️ ToxicYes, coral cactus is toxic to dogs. The milky white sap is a caustic latex that burns whatever iCoreopsis⚠️ Mildly ToxicCoreopsis has a clean safety record for dogs and is commonly sold as a pet-friendly garden plantCorn Plant☠️ ToxicYes, the corn plant is toxic to dogs. Chewing the strap-like leaves delivers saponins that causeCosmos⚠️ Mildly ToxicCosmos carries no documented toxicity for dogs and is commonly planted in pet-friendly gardens, Creeping Fig☠️ ToxicYes, creeping fig is mildly toxic to dogs. The milky sap released by chewed leaves inflames the Crocus☠️ ToxicSpring crocus is mildly toxic to dogs, causing drooling and GI upset — but the similar-looking aCrown of Thorns☠️ ToxicYes, crown of thorns is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing a stem releases caustic white latex that bCuban Oregano☠️ ToxicYes, Cuban oregano is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the pungent succulent leaves delivers strongCymbidium Orchid✅ Non-ToxicNo, cymbidium orchids are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the strap-like leaves or tall flower spikesCyclamen☠️ ToxicYes, cyclamen is toxic to dogs. Leaf and flower nibbles mean stomach upset, but the underground Daffodil☠️ ToxicYes, daffodils are toxic to dogs. The bulbs contain the highest concentration of lycorine, and dDahlia⚠️ Mildly ToxicDahlias are mildly toxic to dogs at most. Eating the plant or tubers can cause mild stomach upseDaisy⚠️ Mildly ToxicLawn daisies are only mildly toxic to dogs. A grazing dog might get a mild stomachache, but daisDesert Rose☠️ ToxicYes, desert rose is severely toxic to dogs. The milky sap contains cardiac glycosides that can sDieffenbachia☠️ ToxicYes, dieffenbachia is toxic to dogs. Chewing releases calcium oxalate crystals that injure the mDracaena☠️ ToxicYes, dracaena plants are toxic to dogs. The saponins in leaves and stems cause vomiting, droolinDracaena Marginata☠️ ToxicYes, the Madagascar dragon tree is toxic to dogs. Chewing the red-edged leaves releases saponinsDusty Miller☠️ ToxicDusty miller is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating it can cause vomiting and diarrhea, and its alkaloiEcheveria✅ Non-ToxicNo, echeverias are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that crunches a rosette is not at risk of poisoning.Elephant Ear☠️ ToxicYes, elephant ears are toxic to dogs. Every variety carries calcium oxalate crystals that injureEnglish Ivy☠️ ToxicYes, English ivy is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or berries releases saponins that inflame the Eucalyptus☠️ ToxicYes, eucalyptus is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves can cause drooling and stoFalse Aralia✅ Non-ToxicNo, false aralia is non-toxic to dogs. A nibbling dog is safe around this slender houseplant.Fiddle Leaf Fig☠️ ToxicYes, the fiddle leaf fig is mildly toxic to dogs. The milky latex in leaves and stems irritates Flamingo Flower☠️ ToxicYes, flamingo flowers are toxic to dogs. Any chew releases calcium oxalate crystals that sting tFoxtail Fern☠️ ToxicYes, foxtail fern is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the fronds or berries causes stomach upset, anFoxglove☠️ ToxicYes, foxglove is severely toxic to dogs. Its cardiac glycosides act like the drug digitalis and Gardenia☠️ ToxicYes, gardenia is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or blooms can bring on vomiting and diarrhGeranium☠️ ToxicYes, geraniums are mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves can cause drooling and stomach upsetGerbera Daisy✅ Non-ToxicNo, gerbera daisies are non-toxic to dogs. A dog nibbling the blooms is not at risk of poisoningGloxinia✅ Non-ToxicNo, gloxinia is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the soft leaves or flowers will not poison your dog.Gold Dust Plant☠️ ToxicYes, the gold dust plant is toxic to dogs. The berries and leaves carry aucubin, which causes voGrape Hyacinth⚠️ Mildly ToxicGrape hyacinth is not a documented dangerous plant for dogs, but the bulbs can irritate the stomHens and Chicks✅ Non-ToxicNo, hens and chicks are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that digs them up creates a mess, not a poisoniHibiscus✅ Non-ToxicNo, tropical hibiscus is non-toxic to dogs. It is a garden staple considered safe around browsinHolly☠️ ToxicYes, holly is toxic to dogs. Berries and spiny leaves contain saponins that irritate the gut, anHoneysuckle☠️ ToxicYes, honeysuckle is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or eating berries can cause stomach upsHosta☠️ ToxicYes, hostas are toxic to dogs. All parts — leaves, shoots and flowers — contain saponins that caHyacinth☠️ ToxicYes, hyacinths are toxic to dogs. Bulbs carry the highest toxin load and cause severe vomiting; Hydrangea☠️ ToxicYes, hydrangea is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or buds releases cyanogenic glycosides that causHoya✅ Non-ToxicNo, hoyas are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that tugs the vine or chews a leaf is not at risk of poisIce Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, ice plant (Delosperma) is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that dig or nibble this groundcover face nImpatiens✅ Non-ToxicNo, impatiens are non-toxic to dogs. A dog trimming the flower bed of impatiens is not poisoningIndian Laurel Fig☠️ ToxicYes, the Indian laurel fig is mildly toxic to dogs. The ficus latex in leaves and stems irritateIris☠️ ToxicYes, irises are toxic to dogs. Chewing the rhizome or leaves causes drooling, vomiting and lethaItalian Arum☠️ ToxicYes, Italian arum is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or the orange berries fires calcium oxalate cJade Plant☠️ ToxicYes, jade plant is toxic to dogs. Eating leaves causes vomiting, lethargy and sometimes incoordiJasmine☠️ ToxicTrue jasmine is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating leaves or blooms can cause a bout of vomiting or diJerusalem Cherry☠️ ToxicYes, Jerusalem cherry is toxic to dogs. The holiday berries carry solanocapsine, causing vomitinJohnny Jump Up✅ Non-ToxicNo, Johnny jump ups are non-toxic to dogs. A dog snacking on these cheerful little violas will nJoshua Tree☠️ ToxicYes, Joshua trees are toxic to dogs. All yuccas carry saponins that cause vomiting and diarrhea,Juniper⚠️ Mildly ToxicJuniper is mildly irritating to dogs rather than truly toxic. Needles and berries can cause stomKalanchoe☠️ ToxicYes, kalanchoe is toxic to dogs. Chewing flowers or leaves delivers cardiac glycosides — GI upseKangaroo Paw✅ Non-ToxicNo, kangaroo paw is non-toxic to dogs. A garden dog trimming the blooms is not at risk of poisonKentia Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, the kentia palm is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews a drooping frond faces no poisoning rKing and Queen Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, king and queen ferns are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the ribbon-like fronds will not poison yLemon Button Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, the lemon button fern is non-toxic to dogs. A dog nibbling its tiny fronds is not at risk ofLeopard Lily⚠️ Mildly ToxicTrue lilies such as the leopard lily cause only mild stomach upset in dogs — not the fatal kidneGrape Ivy✅ Non-ToxicNo, grape ivy is non-toxic to dogs. It is on the ASPCA non-toxic list and safe to keep in a homeLantana☠️ ToxicYes, lantana is toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or eating berries can cause vomiting, diarrheaLarkspur☠️ ToxicYes, larkspur is severely toxic to dogs. Its alkaloids interfere with nerve signaling and can leLavender⚠️ Mildly ToxicLavender is mildly toxic to dogs. A garden snack of lavender usually means mild stomach upset raLemon Tree⚠️ Mildly ToxicLemon tree leaves, fruit and especially peel are mildly toxic to dogs. Expect drooling and stomaLemongrass⚠️ Mildly ToxicLemongrass is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating a fair amount of the fibrous stalks causes vomiting aLenten Rose☠️ ToxicYes, Lenten rose is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or digging up roots causes burning mouth pain,Lily of the Valley☠️ ToxicYes, lily of the valley is severely toxic to dogs. Its cardiac glycosides can cause vomiting, daLipstick Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the lipstick plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its leaves or flowers will not poison your Lucky Bamboo⚠️ Mildly ToxicLucky bamboo is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing it causes drooling, vomiting and lethargy, which uLupine☠️ ToxicYes, lupine is toxic to dogs. Seed pods are the worst offender — they can cause vomiting, weakneMagnolia✅ Non-ToxicNo, magnolia is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews fallen leaves or petals is not at risk of poMaidenhair Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, maidenhair fern is non-toxic to dogs. Snacking on a frond or two poses no poisoning risk.Majesty Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, the majesty palm is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its fronds will not poison your dog.Marigold⚠️ Mildly ToxicMarigolds are mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that munches the flowers may vomit or have diarrhea, bMistletoe☠️ ToxicYes, mistletoe is toxic to dogs. Berries and leaves cause vomiting and diarrhea, and larger mealMock Orange⚠️ Mildly ToxicMock orange is mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that chews the shrub may vomit or have diarrhea for aMonstera⚠️ Mildly ToxicMonstera is mildly toxic to dogs. A chewed leaf means mouth pain and drooling, sometimes vomitinMorning Glory☠️ ToxicYes, morning glory is toxic to dogs. Dogs that crack open the seed pods can suffer vomiting, disMoses-in-the-Cradle⚠️ Mildly ToxicMoses-in-the-Cradle is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves causes drooling and stomach upseNight-Blooming Jasmine☠️ ToxicYes, night-blooming jasmine is toxic to dogs. Eating leaves or, worse, the berries causes vomitiNorfolk Island Pine⚠️ Mildly ToxicNorfolk Island pine is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating needles causes drooling and stomach upset, bOak Tree (acorns)☠️ ToxicYes, acorns are toxic to dogs. Dogs that gobble acorns under oak trees can suffer vomiting, diarOctopus Tree⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe octopus tree is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves causes mouth irritation, drooling aOleander☠️ ToxicYes — oleander is severely toxic to dogs. Even a few leaves can trigger vomiting and fatal heartOrchid (Phalaenopsis)✅ Non-ToxicNo, Phalaenopsis orchids are non-toxic to dogs. Leaves, roots and flowers pose no poisoning riskOxalis☠️ ToxicYes, oxalis is toxic to dogs. Eating the shamrock-like leaves causes vomiting and diarrhea, and Parlor Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, the parlor palm is non-toxic to dogs. A dog chewing its fronds faces no poisoning risk.Peace Lily⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe peace lily is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves causes mouth burning and drooling, wiPeony⚠️ Mildly ToxicPeonies are mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that eats blooms or leaves may vomit or have diarrhea foPeperomia✅ Non-ToxicNo, peperomia is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its thick leaves carries no poisoning risk.Periwinkle☠️ ToxicYes, periwinkle is toxic to dogs. Eating the plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea, low blood pressPeruvian Lily⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe Peruvian lily is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing it may cause drooling and light stomach upsetPhilodendron⚠️ Mildly ToxicPhilodendron is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or vines causes immediate mouth pain anPilea✅ Non-ToxicNo, pilea is non-toxic to dogs. The coin-shaped leaves carry no poison.Pine Tree⚠️ Mildly ToxicPine trees are mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing needles or sap causes drooling and stomach upset, aPoinsettia⚠️ Mildly ToxicPoinsettia is mildly toxic to dogs. The sap causes drooling and mild vomiting, but it does not lPoison Hemlock☠️ ToxicYes — poison hemlock is severely toxic to dogs. Its alkaloids shut down nerve-to-muscle signalinPoison Ivy☠️ ToxicYes, poison ivy is toxic to dogs, though most dogs’ fur shields them. The main risks are a skin Poison Oak☠️ ToxicYes, poison oak is toxic to dogs. Fur usually blocks the rash, but contact or chewing causes skiPolka Dot Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the polka dot plant is non-toxic to dogs. A chewed leaf or two carries no poisoning risk.Ponytail Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, the ponytail palm is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its curly leaves will not poison your dog.Poppy☠️ ToxicYes, poppies are toxic to dogs. Eating the plants — especially the seed capsules — can sedate a Prayer Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the prayer plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its leaves carries no poisoning risk.Primrose⚠️ Mildly ToxicPrimrose is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the plant may cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea forPurple Passion Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the purple passion plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its velvet leaves carries no poisoninPurple Waffle Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the purple waffle plant is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its textured leaves poses no poisoningPyracantha⚠️ Mildly ToxicPyracantha is mildly risky for dogs. A berry feast can cause vomiting and diarrhea, and the thorRhododendron☠️ ToxicYes, rhododendron is toxic to dogs. The leaves, flowers and nectar contain grayanotoxins that afRattlesnake Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the rattlesnake plant is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that snacks on its wavy leaves is not at rRose✅ Non-ToxicNo, roses are non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can safely sniff, brush against and even nibble roses — waRose of Sharon✅ Non-ToxicNo, Rose of Sharon is non-toxic to dogs. Fallen flowers and leaves from this hardy hibiscus shruRosemary✅ Non-ToxicNo, rosemary is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the plant or getting a pinch of the herb in food is sRubber Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicYes, mildly — the rubber plant is toxic to dogs. The latex sap in its leaves and stems irritatesRue☠️ ToxicYes, rue is toxic to dogs. Eating it causes stomach irritation, and sap on the skin combined witSage✅ Non-ToxicNo, sage is non-toxic to dogs. The herb is safe in small amounts, and the garden plant poses no Schefflera⚠️ Mildly ToxicYes, mildly — schefflera is toxic to dogs. Its leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystalsSedum✅ Non-ToxicNo, sedum is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that dig up or chew stonecrop in the rock garden are not atSensitive Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the sensitive plant is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that sniff or mouth the folding leaves are noShrimp Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the shrimp plant is non-toxic to dogs. Garden dogs can browse this shrub without risk of poiSnake Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicYes, mildly — the snake plant is toxic to dogs. Its saponin content irritates the gut, causing vSnapdragon✅ Non-ToxicNo, snapdragons are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that picks its way through a snapdragon bed is not Snowdrops☠️ ToxicYes, snowdrops are toxic to dogs. Digging dogs are most at risk, because the alkaloid-rich bulb Society Garlic✅ Non-ToxicNo, society garlic is non-toxic to dogs. The garlic-scented ornamental is safe, unlike real garlSolomon’s Seal☠️ ToxicYes, mildly — Solomon’s Seal is toxic to dogs. Eating the shoots, leaves or berries irritates thSorrel☠️ ToxicYes, sorrel is toxic to dogs. Its soluble oxalates irritate the gut and, in larger amounts, can Spanish Dagger☠️ ToxicYes, Spanish dagger is toxic to dogs. Chewing its sword-shaped leaves delivers gut-irritating saSpanish Moss✅ Non-ToxicNo, Spanish moss is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that tug or chew hanging strands are not being poisoSpider Lily☠️ ToxicYes, spider lily is toxic to dogs. Bulbs dug up in the fall are the most dangerous part, packed Spotted Deadnettle✅ Non-ToxicNo, spotted deadnettle is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can nose through this groundcover without any Spruce✅ Non-ToxicNo, spruce is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing dropped needles or bark is not poisonous, but needles cStar of Bethlehem☠️ ToxicYes — star of Bethlehem is severely toxic to dogs. Its cardiac glycosides can slow the heart intStar Jasmine✅ Non-ToxicNo, star jasmine is non-toxic to dogs. This climbing vine is a safe choice for fences and trelliStinging Nettle☠️ ToxicYes, stinging nettle is toxic to dogs in the sense that it causes immediate, painful chemical stStaghorn Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, the staghorn fern is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that mouths the antler fronds is not at risk oStrawberry Begonia✅ Non-ToxicNo, strawberry begonia is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that sample the rounded leaves or plantlets arStrawberry Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, strawberry plants are non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can safely eat the fruit, and the leaves are hString of Hearts✅ Non-ToxicNo, string of hearts is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that tug or chew the trailing strands are not atString of Pearls☠️ ToxicYes, string of pearls is toxic to dogs. Eating the bead-shaped leaves causes vomiting and diarrhString of Turtles✅ Non-ToxicNo, string of turtles is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that noses or nibbles the delicate vine is notStromanthe✅ Non-ToxicNo, stromanthe is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can share a home with this colorful prayer-plant relatStrawflower✅ Non-ToxicNo, strawflower is non-toxic to dogs. Garden dogs can sniff and graze the everlasting blooms witSunflower✅ Non-ToxicNo, sunflowers are non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can eat the petals and plain seeds safely — the seedsSweet Alyssum✅ Non-ToxicNo, sweet alyssum is non-toxic to dogs. This low, fragrant edging plant is safe even for dogs thSweet Pea☠️ ToxicYes, sweet pea is toxic to dogs. Seeds and seedlings carry lathyrogenic compounds that cause digSweet Woodruff☠️ ToxicYes, mildly — sweet woodruff is toxic to dogs. Its coumarin content irritates the gut, and wilteSwiss Cheese Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicYes, mildly — the Swiss cheese plant is toxic to dogs. Its leaves contain calcium oxalate crystaSword Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, sword fern is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs can safely chew a few fronds of this common garden andWestern Swordfern✅ Non-ToxicNo, the western swordfern is non-toxic to dogs. Trail dogs that mouth the evergreen fronds are nTarragon⚠️ Mildly ToxicTarragon is only mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that eats leaves may vomit or have loose stools, buTea Tree☠️ ToxicYes, tea tree is toxic to dogs, with the essential oil being the main danger. Chewing leaves cauThyme⚠️ Mildly ToxicThyme is only mildly toxic to dogs. A few leaves are harmless to most dogs, but eating a large aTi Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicTi plant is mildly toxic to dogs. Its saponin-rich leaves cause vomiting and drooling after chewTradescantia (Wandering Dude)☠️ ToxicYes, tradescantia is toxic to dogs, mainly as a skin and gut irritant. Dogs that lie on the planTulip☠️ ToxicYes, tulips are toxic to dogs. Chewing flowers causes drooling and stomach upset, and dogs that Umbrella Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe umbrella plant (Schefflera) is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves causes mouth pain, dVenus Fly Trap✅ Non-ToxicNo, the Venus fly trap is non-toxic to dogs. Sniffing, pawing or nibbling the traps carries no pWater Hyacinth✅ Non-ToxicNo, water hyacinth is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the floating plant will not poison your dog, buWeeping Fig⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe weeping fig is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or contacting the milky sap causes droolWild Cherry☠️ ToxicYes — wild cherry is severely toxic to dogs. Wilted leaves, stems and crushed pits can release cWisteria☠️ ToxicYes, wisteria is toxic to dogs. Eating the seeds or pods causes violent vomiting and diarrhea, aYarrow⚠️ Mildly ToxicYarrow is mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that grazes on it may vomit or have diarrhea, but severe pYew☠️ ToxicYes — yew is severely toxic to dogs. The needles, bark and seeds carry taxine alkaloids that canYucca⚠️ Mildly ToxicYucca is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the sword-like leaves causes drooling, vomiting and diarrZZ Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicThe ZZ plant is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves causes mouth burning, drooling and vomitingZebra Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, the zebra plant (Aphelandra) is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the striped foliage carries no poZinnia✅ Non-ToxicNo, zinnias are non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that snap at petals or chew stems face no poisoning riskBasil✅ Non-ToxicNo, basil is non-toxic to dogs. Small amounts of fresh basil are safe and sometimes even added tBay Laurel⚠️ Mildly ToxicBay laurel is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. Eating leaves causes vomiting and diarrhea, anBee Balm✅ Non-ToxicNo, bee balm is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs that nibble the scarlet flowers or minty leaves face no Borage☠️ ToxicYes, borage is toxic to dogs. One meal causes vomiting and diarrhea, and repeated grazing can leCat Grass (Wheatgrass)✅ Non-ToxicNo, cat grass is non-toxic to dogs. Despite the name, dogs can chew it freely — it is just youngCatnip✅ Non-ToxicNo, catnip is non-toxic to dogs. Dogs do not get the euphoric effect, and chewing or eating the Cilantro✅ Non-ToxicNo, cilantro is non-toxic to dogs. Small amounts mixed into food are safe, and many dogs toleratComfrey☠️ ToxicYes, comfrey is toxic to dogs. One meal brings vomiting and diarrhea, and repeated grazing can cDill✅ Non-ToxicNo, dill is non-toxic to dogs. Fresh dill sprinkled on food is safe, and grazing the garden planEchinacea⚠️ Mildly ToxicEchinacea is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the coneflower plant can cause vomiting and diarrhea, Fennel✅ Non-ToxicNo, fennel is non-toxic to dogs. Chopped bulb and seeds are safe in small amounts, and the gardeFeverfew⚠️ Mildly ToxicFeverfew is mildly toxic to dogs. Grazing on it may cause vomiting or diarrhea, and sap contact Flax☠️ ToxicYes, flax is toxic to dogs when eaten raw — the seeds carry cyanogenic compounds, while leaves aGoldenrod⚠️ Mildly ToxicGoldenrod is at most mildly toxic to dogs. A dog that grazes on it may get mild stomach upset, bHops☠️ ToxicYes — hops are severely toxic to dogs. Even a small amount, especially spent brewing hops, can tHorsetail⚠️ Mildly ToxicHorsetail is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. One graze causes GI upset, and repeated eating Hyssop⚠️ Mildly ToxicHyssop is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the herb causes stomach upset, and its ketone-rich essentLicorice Plant⚠️ Mildly ToxicLicorice plant is at most mildly toxic to dogs. Eating leaves or roots causes mild stomach upsetMarjoram⚠️ Mildly ToxicMarjoram is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the herb causes vomiting and diarrhea from its essentiaMilkweed☠️ ToxicYes, milkweed is toxic to dogs. The milky sap and pods contain cardiac glycosides that cause vomMint (Peppermint)⚠️ Mildly ToxicMint is mildly toxic to dogs. Leaves and stems cause vomiting and diarrhea when eaten in quantitOregano⚠️ Mildly ToxicOregano is mildly toxic to dogs. Fresh or dried, eating a meaningful amount causes vomiting and Parsley⚠️ Mildly ToxicParsley is mildly toxic to dogs. Small amounts are usually fine, but eating much of the plant caPurslane⚠️ Mildly ToxicPurslane is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the weed causes vomiting and diarrhea from soluble oxalSt John’s Wort☠️ ToxicYes, St John’s wort is toxic to dogs. It causes vomiting and diarrhea, and its hypericin makes sStevia✅ Non-ToxicNo, stevia is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the plant or licking a little pure stevia powder will nSweet Potato Vine☠️ ToxicYes, sweet potato vine is toxic to dogs. Chewing the ornamental leaves causes GI upset, and eatiTansy☠️ ToxicYes, tansy is toxic to dogs. The thujone-loaded leaves and flowers cause vomiting and diarrhea, Vanilla Orchid✅ Non-ToxicNo, the vanilla orchid is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the vine or leaves will not poison a dog.Violet✅ Non-ToxicNo, violets are non-toxic to dogs. African violets and wild Viola species both carry no poisoninYaupon Holly⚠️ Mildly ToxicYaupon holly is mildly toxic to dogs. Berries cause vomiting and diarrhea, and the spiny leaves Yellow Bells⚠️ Mildly ToxicYellow bells is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating leaves or flowers causes vomiting and diarrhea, witAcacia☠️ ToxicYes, acacia is toxic to dogs. The leaves, bark and seed pods contain compounds that can sicken aAmerican Holly☠️ ToxicYes, American holly is toxic to dogs. Both the spiny leaves and the bright red berries contain sArborvitae☠️ ToxicYes, arborvitae is toxic to dogs. Chewing the evergreen foliage releases thujone-containing oilsAutumn Crocus☠️ ToxicYes, autumn crocus is severely toxic to dogs and ingestion is an emergency. Colchicine in the whBoxwood☠️ ToxicYes, boxwood is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or fresh hedge clippings releases steroidal alkaloBuckeye☠️ ToxicYes, buckeye is toxic to dogs. Dogs that swallow or chew the nuts, sprouts or leaves are exposedBurning Bush☠️ ToxicYes, burning bush is toxic to dogs. Chewing the foliage or eating the bright seeds exposes a dogButterfly Bush✅ Non-ToxicNo, butterfly bush is not toxic to dogs. It appears on the ASPCA non-toxic list, and most dogs tCarolina Jessamine☠️ ToxicYes, Carolina jessamine is severely toxic to dogs. Every part of this climbing vine contains gelCassia☠️ ToxicYes, cassia is toxic to dogs. Eating the leaves, flowers or especially the pods causes violent lCastor Bean☠️ ToxicYes, castor bean is extremely toxic to dogs. The seeds contain ricin, one of the deadliest naturChinaberry☠️ ToxicYes, chinaberry is severely toxic to dogs. Fallen berries are the main risk, and eating several Christmas Rose☠️ ToxicYes, Christmas rose is toxic to dogs. Chewing the winter-blooming plant exposes a dog to protoanCotoneaster☠️ ToxicYes, cotoneaster is mildly toxic to dogs. Berries and foliage carry cyanogenic glycosides that uCrabapple☠️ ToxicYes, crabapple is mildly toxic to dogs when they chew the seeds, stems or leaves; the fruit flesCypress☠️ ToxicYes, cypress is mildly toxic to dogs. The needles and twigs contain irritant essential oils thatDaphne☠️ ToxicYes, daphne is severely toxic to dogs. The bark, leaves and especially the berries contain vesicDogwood✅ Non-ToxicNo, dogwood is not toxic to dogs. The ASPCA lists Cornus species as non-toxic, and most dogs thaElderberry☠️ ToxicYes, elderberry is toxic to dogs. Dogs that chew leaves, stems or eat unripe berries swallow cyaEuonymus☠️ ToxicYes, euonymus is toxic to dogs. Eating the showy seeds or chewing bark and leaves exposes a dog Fig Tree⚠️ Mildly ToxicFig trees pose only a mild risk to dogs. The sap contains ficin, an enzyme that irritates the moFirethorn⚠️ Mildly ToxicFirethorn is only a mild concern for dogs. Berries eaten in quantity may upset the stomach, and Forsythia✅ Non-ToxicNo, forsythia is not toxic to dogs. The ASPCA classifies it as non-toxic, and the bright spring Fuchsia✅ Non-ToxicNo, fuchsia is not toxic to dogs. ASPCA lists it as non-toxic, so a dog that eats a flower or leGolden Chain Tree☠️ ToxicYes, the golden chain tree is severely toxic to dogs. The cascading yellow flowers give way to pHawthorn✅ Non-ToxicNo, hawthorn is not toxic to dogs. The berries are listed as non-toxic and the plant is even useHollyhock✅ Non-ToxicNo, hollyhock is not toxic to dogs. This classic cottage-garden biennial is on the ASPCA non-toxHorse Chestnut☠️ ToxicYes, horse chestnut is toxic to dogs. Conkers dropped in autumn are the main hazard, and chewed Japanese Maple✅ Non-ToxicNo, Japanese maple is not toxic to dogs. The ornamental Acer palmatum is regarded as non-toxic, Laurel Hedge (Cherry Laurel)☠️ ToxicYes, cherry laurel is severely toxic to dogs. Chewing the glossy leaves releases cyanogenic compLilac✅ Non-ToxicNo, lilac is not toxic to dogs. Syringa vulgaris is classified as non-toxic, so a dog that eats Linden✅ Non-ToxicNo, linden is not toxic to dogs. The tree, its flowers and its seed bracts are all considered noMountain Laurel☠️ ToxicYes, mountain laurel is severely toxic to dogs. All parts contain grayanotoxins capable of causiMulberry Tree✅ Non-ToxicNo, mulberry tree is not toxic to dogs. ASPCA lists Morus species as non-toxic, and dogs that goNandina☠️ ToxicYes, nandina is toxic to dogs. Despite the bamboo-like look, the berries and foliage carry cyanoNightshade (Deadly)☠️ ToxicYes, deadly nightshade is severely toxic to dogs. Belladonna alkaloids in the sweet berries makeOlive Tree✅ Non-ToxicNo, olive tree is not toxic to dogs. ASPCA lists it as non-toxic, so a dog that chews leaves or Peach Tree☠️ ToxicYes, peach tree is toxic to dogs. Chewing the pit, stems or wilted leaves releases cyanogenic coPieris Japonica☠️ ToxicYes, Pieris japonica is severely toxic to dogs. The handsome evergreen leaves contain grayanotoxPlum Tree☠️ ToxicYes, plum tree is toxic to dogs. Chewing pits, stems or wilted leaves releases cyanide-forming cPoison Sumac☠️ ToxicYes, poison sumac is severely toxic to dogs. Urushiol on the fur triggers severe skin reactions Privet☠️ ToxicYes, privet is toxic to dogs. The hedge leaves and bitter berries carry ligustrin and saponins tCherry Tree (Wilting Leaves)☠️ ToxicYes, wilting cherry leaves are severely toxic to dogs. Wilted Prunus foliage releases cyanide asSkimmia☠️ ToxicYes, skimmia is mildly toxic to dogs. Eating the glossy red berries or leaves can cause vomitingSnowberry⚠️ Mildly ToxicSnowberry poses only a mild risk to dogs. The white berries carry saponins that cause vomiting aViburnum✅ Non-ToxicNo, viburnum is not toxic to dogs. The genus is regarded as pet-safe, and dogs that chew the shrWalnut Tree☠️ ToxicYes, walnut is toxic to dogs. Fresh nuts and leaves cause stomach upset, and moldy fallen walnutWeeping Cherry☠️ ToxicYes, weeping cherry is toxic to dogs. Its low-hanging branches make the toxic leaves and stems eWestern Red Cedar☠️ ToxicYes, western red cedar is mildly toxic to dogs. Chewing the fragrant foliage or bark releases thWintercreeper☠️ ToxicYes, wintercreeper is toxic to dogs. Dogs that chew the evergreen ground cover swallow alkaloidsAreca Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, areca palms are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that snacks on a fallen frond is not at risk of poiBamboo Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, bamboo palms are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the slim fronds will not poison your dog.Lady Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, lady palms are non-toxic to dogs. This slow-growing fan palm is a good choice for dog househChinese Fan Palm✅ Non-ToxicNo, Chinese fan palms are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews a fan frond is not at risk of poisCalathea✅ Non-ToxicNo, calatheas are non-toxic to dogs. This is one of the safest showy houseplants for homes with Blushing Bromeliad✅ Non-ToxicNo, blushing bromeliads are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing or drinking from the plant poses no poisoSilver Vase Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, silver vase plants are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that tips over or chews the urn plant will nBurro’s Tail✅ Non-ToxicNo, burro’s tail is non-toxic to dogs. Snacking on the succulent strands will not poison a dog.Haworthia✅ Non-ToxicNo, Haworthias are non-toxic to dogs. The little striped succulent is safe in any dog-friendly wLiving Stones✅ Non-ToxicNo, living stones are non-toxic to dogs. Even a dog that crunches one like a treat is not at risMother of Thousands☠️ ToxicYes — mother of thousands is severely toxic to dogs. Its cardiac glycosides can trigger fatal heNerve Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, nerve plants are non-toxic to dogs. This small creeping houseplant poses no poisoning risk tFriendship Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, friendship plants are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the crinkly leaves carries no poisoning risGoldfish Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, goldfish plants are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that snaps at the little orange blooms is not aNight Blooming Cereus✅ Non-ToxicNo, night blooming cereus is non-toxic to dogs. The famous fragrant blooms and flat stems pose nOld Man Cactus✅ Non-ToxicNo, old man cactus is non-toxic to dogs. The realistic hazard is the needle spines hidden under Rabbit’s Foot Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, rabbit’s foot ferns are non-toxic to dogs. Fronds and furry rhizomes alike carry no poison.Holly Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, holly ferns are non-toxic to dogs. The stiff dark fronds are safe even for a dog that gardenButton Fern✅ Non-ToxicNo, button ferns are non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the rounded leaflets carries no poisoning risk.Pitcher Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, pitcher plants are non-toxic to dogs. A dog that investigates the hanging pitchers will not Satin Pothos☠️ ToxicYes, satin pothos is toxic to dogs. Chewing the silver-splashed leaves releases calcium oxalate Easter Cactus✅ Non-ToxicNo, Easter cacti are non-toxic to dogs. The smooth, spineless segmented stems are safe for a dogTahitian Bridal Veil✅ Non-ToxicNo, Tahitian bridal veil is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing its cascading stems poses no poisoning riBoston Ivy☠️ ToxicYes, Boston ivy is toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or gobbling the berries releases calcium oxBottlebrush✅ Non-ToxicNo, bottlebrush is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or flowers will not poison a dog.Bougainvillea✅ Non-ToxicNo, bougainvillea is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the papery bracts will not poison a dog — the thCreeping Jenny✅ Non-ToxicNo, creeping Jenny is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that grazes on this groundcover will not be poisoFirecracker Plant✅ Non-ToxicNo, firecracker plants are non-toxic to dogs. Snapping at the little red cigar-shaped blooms carScented Geranium☠️ ToxicYes, scented geraniums are toxic to dogs. Chewing the fragrant leaves can cause vomiting, depresAngel’s Trumpet☠️ ToxicYes — angel’s trumpet is severely toxic to dogs. Its tropane alkaloids poison the nervous systemDevil’s Backbone☠️ ToxicYes, devil’s backbone is toxic to dogs. The milky white latex in its zigzag stems is a severe irFour O’Clock☠️ ToxicYes, four o’clocks are toxic to dogs. The seeds are the most dangerous part, causing vomiting, dGladiola☠️ ToxicYes, gladiolas are toxic to dogs. The corms are the worst part — dogs that dig up and eat them cSweet William⚠️ Mildly ToxicSweet William is mildly toxic to dogs — a garden snack causes short-lived stomach upset, not serStock✅ Non-ToxicNo, stock is non-toxic to dogs. Chewing the sweetly scented flower spikes will not poison a dog.Cockscomb✅ Non-ToxicNo, cockscomb is non-toxic to dogs. A dog that chews the woolly flower heads will not be poisoneSkunk Cabbage☠️ ToxicYes, skunk cabbage is toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or flower stalk releases calcium oxalateCoffee Tree☠️ ToxicYes, the coffee tree is toxic to dogs. Its leaves, beans and stems all contain caffeine — a genuJapanese Aralia✅ Non-ToxicNo, Japanese aralia is non-toxic to dogs. This glossy-leafed shrub is listed as pet-safe.Joseph’s Coat✅ Non-ToxicNo, Joseph’s coat is non-toxic to dogs. The bright pink-and-green foliage is pet-safe.Bloodroot☠️ ToxicYes, bloodroot is toxic to dogs. Chewing the root or leaves releases sanguinarine alkaloids thatBlue Cohosh☠️ ToxicYes, blue cohosh is toxic to dogs. The plant’s saponins upset the stomach, and its cytisine-likeBaneberry☠️ ToxicYes, baneberry is toxic to dogs. Eating the berries — the white doll’s-eyes or red form — causesAmerican Bittersweet☠️ ToxicYes, American bittersweet is toxic to dogs. The berries, leaves and bark can cause vomiting, diaBracken Fern☠️ ToxicYes, bracken fern is toxic to dogs. Its ptaquiloside and thiaminase mainly threaten dogs that eaGreater Celandine☠️ ToxicYes, greater celandine is toxic to dogs. Chewing the plant releases caustic orange latex and alkDutchman’s Breeches☠️ ToxicYes, Dutchman’s breeches is toxic to dogs. The plant’s isoquinoline alkaloids can cause vomitingHenbane☠️ ToxicYes — henbane is severely toxic to dogs. Its hyoscyamine and scopolamine content can poison the Jack-in-the-Pulpit⚠️ Mildly ToxicJack-in-the-pulpit is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves or root releases caJimson Weed☠️ ToxicYes — jimson weed is severely toxic to dogs and has killed them. Its atropine-like alkaloids poiMandrake☠️ ToxicYes — true mandrake is severely toxic to dogs. Its tropane alkaloids cause racing heart, overheaMay Apple☠️ ToxicYes — may apple is severely toxic to dogs. The root is loaded with podophyllotoxin, which causesMonkshood☠️ ToxicYes — monkshood is severely and potentially fatally toxic to dogs. Its aconitine causes heart arTree Tobacco☠️ ToxicYes — tree tobacco is severely toxic to dogs. Its anabasine and nicotine can cause tremors, paraPoke Weed☠️ ToxicYes, poke weed is toxic to dogs. Eating leaves, berries or especially the root causes burning moRhubarb☠️ ToxicYes, rhubarb is toxic to dogs. The leaf blades are loaded with soluble oxalates that cause stomaRosary Pea☠️ ToxicYes — rosary pea is severely and potentially fatally toxic to dogs. A single chewed seed releaseWater Hemlock☠️ ToxicYes — water hemlock is severely and often fatally toxic to dogs. It is considered the most violeVirginia Creeper⚠️ Mildly ToxicVirginia creeper is only mildly toxic to dogs. Eating leaves or berries usually means nothing woWild Arum☠️ ToxicYes, wild arum is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or the bright red berries releases oxalate crystWinterberry☠️ ToxicYes, winterberry is toxic to dogs. Eating its red berries or leaves causes saponin-driven vomitiYellow Jasmine☠️ ToxicYes — yellow jasmine is severely toxic to dogs. Its gelsemine alkaloids cause progressive muscleYellow Oleander☠️ ToxicYes — yellow oleander is severely and potentially fatally toxic to dogs. Its thevetin cardiac glRain Lily☠️ ToxicYes, rain lily is toxic to dogs. Chewing the bulbs or leaves delivers lycorine alkaloids that caGroundsel☠️ ToxicYes, groundsel is toxic to dogs. Its pyrrolizidine alkaloids irritate the gut and, with repeatedInkberry☠️ ToxicYes, inkberry is toxic to dogs. Eating its black berries or leathery leaves triggers saponin-basMalanga⚠️ Mildly ToxicMalanga is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. Chewing the raw corm or leaves releases calcium oMescal Bean☠️ ToxicYes — mescal bean is severely toxic to dogs. Chewing its bright red seeds releases cytisine, whiPassionflower✅ Non-ToxicNo, passionflower is non-toxic to dogs. The vine, flowers and fruit are listed as safe by veteriPlumeria⚠️ Mildly ToxicPlumeria is only mildly toxic to dogs. The milky sap irritates the mouth and skin, and chewing aSpotted Laurel☠️ ToxicYes, spotted laurel is toxic to dogs. Chewing leaves or eating the red berries delivers aucubin,Lamb’s Quarters⚠️ Mildly ToxicLamb’s quarters is only mildly toxic to dogs. Eating a quantity of leaves may cause vomiting andHorse Nettle☠️ ToxicYes, horse nettle is toxic to dogs. Its solanine-laden berries and foliage cause vomiting, diarrWhite Snakeroot☠️ ToxicYes — white snakeroot is severely toxic to dogs. Its tremetol causes progressive muscle tremblinBlack Locust☠️ ToxicYes, black locust is toxic to dogs. Chewing bark, seed pods or leaves delivers robin, a toxalbumCoral Plant☠️ ToxicYes — coral plant is severely toxic to dogs. Chewing its seeds releases curcin, a ricin-like toxScotch Broom☠️ ToxicYes, Scotch broom is toxic to dogs. Eating its seeds or foliage introduces sparteine alkaloids tPrickly Poppy☠️ ToxicYes, prickly poppy is toxic to dogs. The yellow latex, seeds and foliage contain sanguinarine-tyAnemone☠️ ToxicYes, anemone is toxic to dogs. Chewing fresh windflower leaves or blooms releases protoanemonin,Wild Calla⚠️ Mildly ToxicWild calla is mildly to moderately toxic to dogs. Its oxalate crystals sting the mouth and upsetAvocado☠️ ToxicYes, avocado is toxic to dogs under ASPCA guidance. Persin in the skin, leaves and pit adds to tCocklebur☠️ ToxicYes, cocklebur is severely toxic to dogs. Seeds and seedlings contain carboxyatractyloside, a coCrown Vetch☠️ ToxicYes, crown vetch is toxic to dogs. The nitrotoxin 3-nitropropionic acid in its foliage and seedsFalse Hellebore☠️ ToxicYes, false hellebore is severely toxic to dogs. Veratrum alkaloids in every part of the plant caIndian Hemp☠️ ToxicYes, Indian hemp is severely toxic to dogs. Its cardiac glycosides, concentrated in the roots anKentucky Coffee Tree☠️ ToxicYes, the Kentucky coffee tree is toxic to dogs. Raw seeds and their surrounding pod pulp containRattlebox☠️ ToxicYes, rattlebox is severely toxic to dogs. Pyrrolizidine alkaloids in every part of the plant cauSurprise Lily☠️ ToxicYes, surprise lily is toxic to dogs. It is an amaryllis-family plant whose bulbs contain lycorinTaro☠️ ToxicYes, taro is toxic to dogs. Chewing the leaves, stems or raw corm releases calcium oxalate needlTomato Plant☠️ ToxicYes, the tomato plant is toxic to dogs. Solanine in the leaves, stems and green fruit can cause Tiger Lily⚠️ Mildly ToxicTiger lily is only mildly toxic to dogs — expect stomach upset, not the fatal kidney failure it Black Cherry☠️ ToxicYes, black cherry is severely toxic to dogs. Chewing wilting leaves, twigs or pits releases cyanNatal Plum✅ Non-ToxicNo, natal plum is non-toxic to dogs. It is on the ASPCA pet-safe list, and the main thing to watCorn Cockle☠️ ToxicYes, corn cockle is toxic to dogs. Its saponin-rich tissue irritates the digestive tract, and thDwarf Poinciana☠️ ToxicYes, dwarf poinciana is toxic to dogs. Its saponin- and tannin-rich seeds, pods and foliage causPetty Spurge☠️ ToxicYes, petty spurge is toxic to dogs. Chewing a stem releases a caustic milky sap that burns the mSea Onion☠️ ToxicYes, sea onion is severely toxic to dogs. Its bulb is packed with cardiac glycosides — the same Squirrel Corn☠️ ToxicYes, squirrel corn is toxic to dogs. Its alkaloid-bearing foliage and especially its undergroundWood Nettle⚠️ Mildly ToxicWood nettle is mildly toxic to dogs — more a chemical sting than a poisoning. Chewing the plant White Cedar☠️ ToxicYes, white cedar (arborvitae) is toxic to dogs. Thujone-containing oils in the foliage cause vomGolden Ragwort☠️ ToxicYes, golden ragwort is severely toxic to dogs. Pyrrolizidine alkaloids in every part of the plan

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