Toxic to dogs · Plants

Is English Ivy toxic to dogs?

Low severity

Mildly. Severe cases are rare, but it can cause discomfort and is best kept out of reach.

Also known as: Branching Ivy

Symptoms to watch for

  • Drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea

How vets treat it

Signs are generally short-lived and veterinary care is usually not necessary; however, seek veterinary intervention if vomiting or diarrhea becomes persistent.

Why it's dangerous

The leaves and berries contain pentacyclic terpenoids which act as irritants to the gastrointestinal tract upon ingestion.

Toxic compound: pentacyclic terpenoids

Good to know

Severe signs are reported experimentally but are not expected in typical pet exposures.

Sources

This page is informational and is not veterinary advice. If your pet has been exposed to something risky, contact your vet or an animal poison control line right away.

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