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Is Tomato Plant (leaves, stems, green fruit) toxic to dogs and cats?

Solanum lycopersicum · Solanaceae

Yes — Tomato Plant (leaves, stems, green fruit) is toxic to pets (mild). Dogs, cats and rabbits in the vegetable patch

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Why it is toxic

Solanine, a glycoalkaloid concentrated in the green parts; ripe fruit is low risk

How fast symptoms appear: Within a few hours

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Stomach upset
  • Drooling
  • Weakness
  • Drowsiness
  • Rapid heart rate in large ingestions
What to do first
  1. Monitor after a nibble.
  2. Call the vet if a large amount of foliage or unripe fruit was eaten.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Supportive stomach care.

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list; Merck Veterinary Manual, Toxicology. PetPlantGuard is complementary to veterinary care and never replaces your vet.