Is Pine Toxic to Pets?
Yes — pine is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — pine is mildly toxic to dogs.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Pinus spp.
- Toxic compound
- Turpentine-like oils
- Toxic parts
- Needles, sap
- Also known as
- pine needles, pine cones
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
What to do
If your cat ate pine
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your cat is small, young or elderly.
If your dog ate pine
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your dog is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
Pine needles and sap can irritate the mouth and stomach. Some pine species are more toxic to grazing animals. Pine needles can also puncture the gut lining.
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Frequently asked questions
Is pine toxic to cats?
Yes — pine is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include drooling, vomiting, lethargy.
Is pine toxic to dogs?
Yes — pine is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include drooling, vomiting, lethargy.
Which parts of pine are toxic?
Needles, sap.
What makes pine toxic?
Turpentine-like oils.
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