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Toxic To Dogs on alocasia

alocasia with toxic to dogs

What's Happening

Severe calcium oxalate toxicity. The large leaves contain needle-like crystals that cause immediate and intense oral pain, drooling, and swelling.

How to Fix It

  1. 1

    Rinse the mouth immediately.

  2. 2

    Offer a small amount of liquid to flush the throat.

  3. 3

    Monitor closely for airway obstruction; vet intervention is strongly recommended for severe swelling.

How to Prevent It

Floor-standing large Alocasias must be isolated from large dogs prone to chewing.

Related Problems

Same Problem on Other Plants

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes toxic to dogs on my plant?
Severe calcium oxalate toxicity. The large leaves contain needle-like crystals that cause immediate and intense oral pain, drooling, and swelling.
How do I fix toxic to dogs?
Rinse the mouth immediately.. Offer a small amount of liquid to flush the throat..
How do I prevent toxic to dogs from happening again?
Floor-standing large Alocasias must be isolated from large dogs prone to chewing.