Vegetables
Rhubarb: Safe for Dogs and Cats?
If your pet ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
Call ASPCA: (888) 426-4435Rhubarb safety for dogs
Dogs should not eat rhubarb. Soluble oxalates occur throughout the plant and are most concentrated in the leaves. Contact your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 after an exposure.
Toxic principle: Soluble oxalates, with the highest concentration in the leaves
Watch for
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Changes in thirst or urination
Rhubarb safety for cats
Cats should not eat rhubarb leaves or stalks. The plant contains soluble oxalates, concentrated most heavily in the leaves. Contact your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 after an exposure.
Toxic principle: Soluble oxalates, with the highest concentration in the leaves
Watch for
- Mouth or throat irritation
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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