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English Ivy

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English Ivy — toxicity in dogs and cats

Call your vetApplies to: dogs and cats.

Overview

English ivy can irritate the mouth and gastrointestinal tract in dogs and cats after chewing leaves or stems. Most exposures cause drooling and vomiting, but larger ingestions may produce more persistent GI upset. Outdoor landscaping and hanging houseplants are common sources. Confirm plant identification when possible, since other ivies may differ in toxicity.

Symptoms

Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea

Typical onset

1-6 hours

What to do

Call your vet for monitoring guidance.

This page is educational and does not replace veterinary advice. If your pet may have been exposed, call UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.

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English ivy can irritate the mouth and gastrointestinal tract in dogs and cats after chewing leaves or stems. Most exposures cause drooling and vomiting, but larger ingestions may produce more persistent GI upset. Outdoor landscaping and hanging houseplants are common sources. Confirm plant identification when possible, since other ivies may differ in toxicity.

Symptoms
Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea
Onset
1-6 hours
Recommended next step
Call your vet for monitoring guidance.
This tool is informational only and does not replace veterinary advice. If ingestion may have happened, contact us at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435. Utah Veterinary Emergency Center provides same-day urgent care and is not a 24/7 emergency hospital. For life-threatening signs after hours, call (801) 218-2227 for guidance or go to the nearest 24/7 emergency hospital.