Can Dogs Eat Philodendron? No — All Varieties Cause Mouth Burning
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Philodendron is toxic to dogs containing calcium oxalate crystals causing immediate oral burning and GI irritation. All varieties of philodendron including heartleaf and split-leaf are toxic.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Immediate oral pain, drooling, pawing at mouth, vomiting, difficulty swallowing, swelling of oral tissues.
If Your Dog Ate This
Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control 888-426-4435 immediately.
What to Avoid
all philodendron varieties
Preparation & Serving
Rinse mouth with water. Call vet if significant amount consumed or swelling is present.
Did you know?
The name philodendron comes from the Greek words philos (loving) and dendron (tree) — tree lover — referring to their climbing nature in their native tropical habitat. Despite their appealing appearance they are consistently in the top 5 most common toxic plant exposures in pets.
Portions & nutrition
- Serving (small dog)
- never
- Serving (medium dog)
- never
- Serving (large dog)
- never
- Calories (per 100g)
- 0
- Safe frequency
- Never
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What You Need to Know
Philodendrons are extremely popular houseplants and consistently among the most common causes of plant toxicity in pets. Like pothos and dumb cane they contain calcium oxalate crystals causing immediate burning pain. The intensity of immediate symptoms usually limits the amount consumed. All philodendron varieties are toxic — there are no safe types.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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