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Is Philodendron toxic to dogs and cats?

Philodendron spp. · Araceae

Yes — Philodendron is toxic to pets (moderate). Cats especially — one of the most common feline plant exposures — and dogs

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Why it is toxic

Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides

How fast symptoms appear: Immediate on chewing

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Drooling
  • Oral pain
  • Pawing at the mouth
  • Vomiting
  • Difficulty swallowing
What to do first
  1. Flush the mouth with water and offer a little milk or yoghurt.
  2. Move the plant out of reach — repeat chewing is the usual pattern.
  3. Phone the vet if drooling lasts beyond two hours, or at once if swallowing looks difficult.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Symptomatic only in most cases: pain relief, anti-inflammatories and fluids if needed.

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list; Volmer, Small Animal Toxicology (calcium oxalate plants). PetPlantGuard is complementary to veterinary care and never replaces your vet.