Dogs
Potentially toxicConsulted references classify the plant as toxic or irritating for that pet type.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
dog safety reference
Is Cyclamen safe for dogs?
Cyclamen spp
Cyclamen is a popular flowering tuberous plant known for its upswept petals and patterned foliage. It contains triterpenoid saponins which are concentrated in the roots and can cause significant irritation if ingested by pets.
Cyclamen sppFlorist's CyclamenPersian CyclamenSowbread
- Light
- Bright indirect light
- Habit
- Mounding
- Care
- Moderate
Safety status
What this means for your dog
Dogs — toxic. ASPCA classifies cyclamen as toxic to dogs; the terpenoid saponins concentrated in the underground tubers can cause severe symptoms, while the leaves and flowers most dogs chew on usually produce milder GI upset. Dogs that dig in pots are at higher risk because that's where the dangerous tuber lives.
What to watch for
Drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea from leaf or flower ingestion. With tuber ingestion: heart-rhythm abnormalities, weakness, collapse, or seizures, on top of the GI signs.
Time window
Mild GI signs after eating leaves or flowers usually appear within a few hours and resolve in under 24 hours. Onset and duration after tuber ingestion are not well documented in the cited sources.
When to call the vet
Call any time vomiting persists, the dog seems weak or wobbly, or you see fainting or seizure-like behavior. If your dog dug up and chewed a tuber, treat it as an emergency — call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away.
First aid at home
Take the dog away from the plant, wipe out any visible plant fragments from the mouth, and offer water. Per Pet Poison Helpline, withhold food and water for a few hours to let the GI tract settle. Do not induce vomiting at home. Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.
Sources: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline.
If a pet has chewed or swallowed plant material and is showing symptoms, contact a veterinarian or poison resource immediately. This product is for structured reference, not diagnosis.
Dogs — concern notes
Common signs
Drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Escalation note
The tubers contain the highest concentration of toxins; ingestion may cause serious systemic effects. Please consult your veterinarian if your dog has consumed any part of this plant.
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