is the rubber plant poisonous to dogs?
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Some rubber tree plants (such as Japanese/Chinese/jade rubber plant and Indian rubber plant) are toxic to cats and dogs. Decreased appetite, drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, skin irritation. Although considered a medicinal plant for humans, aloe vera's level of toxicity is mild to moderate for cats and dogs.
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I went to the ASPCA Poison Control site: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/?plant_toxicity=non-toxic-to-dogs and typed in Arbutus but it didn't come back with anything. Even if a plant is not highly toxic to cats/dogs, if they eat enough of a particular plant it could make them sick.
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Toxicity to pets Alocasia plants contain insoluble oxalate crystals similar to other plants in the Araceae family. Chewing or biting into this plant will release these crystals causing tissue penetration and irritation the mouth and GI tract.
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Can Pets Eat Dracaena Plants? ... Dracaena is toxic to both cats and dogs. Or rather saponin, a chemical compound that is found in the plant, is toxic to them. A dog eating dracaena leaves can result in vomiting (sometimes with and sometimes without blood), diarrhea, weakness, drooling, loss of appetite, and depression.
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The plant is highly toxic to dogs, and ingesting just a few leaves can result in severe allergic reactions. Rhododendron contains a toxic component called grayantoxin that interferes with skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle and nerve function.
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Although the ficus are popular household plants, they can be toxic to dogs. The leaves of the ficus contain a sap that can be very irritating to dogs, either on the skin or when ingested. ... The sap contains specific enzymes that can cause irritation to dogs.
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All parts of the Leylandii are potentially poisonous to humans (although poisoning is rare). ... The Leylandii plant is also toxic to animals, including dogs and horses, and can be harmful if eaten in quantity.
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The ripe black berries themselves are very nutritious and safe for your dog, but be aware that the leaves, stems, unripe fruit and the root are all poisonous to both dogs and humans as they contain cyanide, albeit in very small quantities.
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American Rubber Plant Not only is the American rubber plant non-toxic to felines, but it literally removes toxins from the air.
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3. Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia) ... Note: The Baby Rubber Plant's larger cousin, the Rubber Tree (or Ficus benjamina), is actually toxic to dogs and cats. According to the ASPCA, contact with the skin can cause dermatitis, while ingestion can cause oral irritation, salivation and vomiting.
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A common evergreen with many variations, the yew tree or shrub is extremely toxic to dogs, humans, and many other animals. The genus name, Taxus, is even where we get the term "toxic" from.
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Agapanthus lilies are probably of minimal toxicity to animals unless eaten in quantity. However, where a dog or cat is prone to chewing on plants, it would be prudent to remove the plant from the animals environment.
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The entire tree can be toxic to dogs if eaten, and can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea even with the consumption of a small amount of cones, which have the highest concentration of the toxic chemical. Unfortunately, it is unknown what chemical in the plant is poisonous.
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Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica): This one is safe for your kids, but toxic your pets. Super popular with interior designers for it's lush waxy leaves, Rubber Plants can be found in many modern homes.
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The Leylandii plant is also toxic to animals, including dogs and horses, and can be harmful if eaten in quantity. Cases of poisoning are still rare, as animals will not usually attempt to eat Leylandii, although it is more likely than in humans.
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Snake Plant But the plants are also poisonous if ingested. Large doses can cause nausea and vomiting, and the poison found in the plant has a numbing effect that can cause the tongue and throat to swell. The plants are more toxic to dogs and cats, which can suffer from nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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Toxicity. While people may eat cooked parts of it, the ti plant is classified as toxic to dogs by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. If Fido nibbles on this tropical plant, he could experience vomiting, drooling, depression and a lack of appetite.