Is Tea Tree Oil Toxic to Dogs?
Yes — tea tree oil is 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.
Symptoms to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Toxic parts
Concentrated oil on skin or swallowed
Toxic compound
Terpenes
What to do now
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Even a few drops of undiluted tea tree oil on the skin can cause weakness, wobbliness and tremors, particularly in cats and small dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is tea tree oil toxic to dogs?
Yes — tea tree oil is toxic to dogs. Even a few drops of undiluted tea tree oil on the skin can cause weakness, wobbliness and tremors, particularly in cats and small dogs.
What are the symptoms of tea tree oil poisoning in dogs?
Vomiting. Diarrhea. Drooling. Reduced appetite.
What should I do if my dog ate tea tree oil?
Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate. Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
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