Is Rose of Sharon Toxic to Pets?
Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to dogs. Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to horses.
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
- Hibiscus syriacus
- Toxic compound
- Unknown
- Toxic parts
- Flowers
- Also known as
- shrub althea
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Horses (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
What to do
If your cat ate rose of sharon
- 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 rose of sharon
- 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.
If your horse ate rose of sharon
- Remove any plant material from your horse'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 horse is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
Rose of Sharon flowers can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
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Frequently asked questions
Is rose of sharon toxic to cats?
Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Is rose of sharon toxic to dogs?
Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Is rose of sharon toxic to horses?
Yes — rose of sharon is mildly toxic to horses. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Which parts of rose of sharon are toxic?
Flowers.
What makes rose of sharon toxic?
Unknown.
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