Snake Plant

Yes, snake plant (Dracaena trifasciata) is toxic to cats. It contains saponins that cause gastrointestinal distress, and ingestion of any part of the plant can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive drooling.

Expect drooling, vomiting (sometimes with shredded leaf pieces), diarrhea, and reduced appetite. Larger ingestions may cause lethargy or wobbliness; very rarely, breathing changes or a drop in blood pressure can occur. GI signs typically begin within a few hours of ingestion.

Remove any plant fragments from your cat's mouth and rinse it gently with water. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to. Then call your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435), or the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) for next steps.

The toxic compound — saponins — is present throughout the plant, so all parts pose a risk. There is no safe portion to chew on; even a small amount can trigger vomiting and diarrhea, though symptoms typically resolve within 24–48 hours with supportive care.

Yes, snake plant (Dracaena trifasciata) is toxic to dogs. It contains saponins that irritate the digestive tract and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea.

Expect drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite. With larger ingestions you may also see lethargy, weakness, and rarely breathing changes or a drop in blood pressure. GI signs typically appear within a few hours and resolve within 24–48 hours with supportive care.

Wipe any plant material from your dog's mouth and offer fresh water. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. Call your vet, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435, or the Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661 for guidance on next steps.

Call your vet right away if your dog ate a large amount, if vomiting or diarrhea is repeated, if the stool is bloody, or if your dog is unusually weak, lethargic, or showing any changes in breathing.