{"id":101855,"date":"2022-04-22T12:31:03","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:31:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:31:03","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:31:03","slug":"what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if my dog eats Monstera?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\" title=\"What happens if my dog eats Monstera?\">What happens if my dog eats Monstera?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#Can_dogs_be_around_Monstera\" title=\"Can dogs be around Monstera?\">Can dogs be around Monstera?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_poisonous_are_Monstera_to_dogs\" title=\"How poisonous are Monstera to dogs?\">How poisonous are Monstera to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_do_you_treat_Monstera_poisoning_in_dogs\" title=\"How do you treat Monstera poisoning in dogs?\">How do you treat Monstera poisoning in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#Can_I_have_a_monstera_If_I_have_a_dog\" title=\"Can I have a monstera If I have a dog?\">Can I have a monstera If I have a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_do_I_keep_monstera_from_my_dog\" title=\"How do I keep monstera from my dog?\">How do I keep monstera from my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#What_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\" title=\"What if my dog eats Monstera?\">What if my dog eats Monstera?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\" title=\"What do I do if my dog eats Monstera?\">What do I do if my dog eats Monstera?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_do_you_treat_a_poisoned_dog_at_home\" title=\"How do you treat a poisoned dog at home?\">How do you treat a poisoned dog at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_long_does_plant_poisoning_last_in_dogs\" title=\"How long does plant poisoning last in dogs?\">How long does plant poisoning last in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dog_to_recover_from_poisoning\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog to recover from poisoning?\">How long does it take for a dog to recover from poisoning?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#Can_I_have_a_monstera_and_a_dog\" title=\"Can I have a monstera and a dog?\">Can I have a monstera and a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_my_Monstera\" title=\"What happens if my dog eats my Monstera?\">What happens if my dog eats my Monstera?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_do_you_keep_monstera_from_pets\" title=\"How do you keep monstera from pets?\">How do you keep monstera from pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-eats-monstera\/#How_do_you_keep_dogs_out_of_house_plants\" title=\"How do you keep dogs out of house plants?\">How do you keep dogs out of house plants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\"><\/span>What happens if my dog eats Monstera?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even long exposure to the plant can make your pet fall ill. As CaOX is a poisonous particle, <b>it can cause liver and kidney damage in your dog. A large amount of consumption of the houseplant can even lead to coma in the case of your pup. So, try to keep your four-legged member away from the elegant Monstera plant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_be_around_Monstera\"><\/span>Can dogs be around Monstera?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Monstera are toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets because they have insoluble sharp or needle-like oxalate crystals, i.e., insoluble calcium oxalate known as raphides. When chewed or ingested, they will embed on mucous causing severe irritation, burning feeling on lips, tongue, mouth, or throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_poisonous_are_Monstera_to_dogs\"><\/span>How poisonous are Monstera to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Philodendron (and Monstera) This genus of plants is mildly toxic to humans, and <b>toxic to both dogs and cats. Symptoms of exposure include: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_Monstera_poisoning_in_dogs\"><\/span>How do you treat Monstera poisoning in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment of Swiss Cheese Plant Poisoning in Dogs <b>An emetic will usually be given to induce vomiting. Electrolytes may be given to hydrate the dogs system after vomiting. In some of these extreme cases, the veterinarian may determine that your pet be hospitalized.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_have_a_monstera_If_I_have_a_dog\"><\/span>Can I have a monstera If I have a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Monstera are toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets because they have insoluble sharp or needle-like oxalate crystals, i.e., insoluble calcium oxalate known as raphides. When chewed or ingested, they will embed on mucous causing severe irritation, burning feeling on lips, tongue, mouth, or throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_monstera_from_my_dog\"><\/span>How do I keep monstera from my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There are a few things you can do to keep your pet away from your plants.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The most obvious one is putting the plants out of reach. A high plant shelf or plant stand.  <\/li>\n<li>Grow some cat grass indoors for your cat.  <\/li>\n<li>Pets, especially cats, are sensitive to smells and they dislike strong citrus-type scents.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\"><\/span>What if my dog eats Monstera?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is also nothing wrong with taking a dog who has ingested monstera <b>to the vet as a precautionary measure, even if it seems like they did not eat much of the plant. Even if the reaction is not life-threatening, your vet would likely be able to help your dog manage the pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_eats_Monstera\"><\/span>What do I do if my dog eats Monstera?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is also nothing wrong with taking a dog who has ingested monstera <b>to the vet as a precautionary measure, even if it seems like they did not eat much of the plant. Even if the reaction is not life-threatening, your vet would likely be able to help your dog manage the pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_poisoned_dog_at_home\"><\/span>How do you treat a poisoned dog at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Flush your dogs eyes out with water as soon as possible. For consumption of poisonous products, your vet may instruct you to induce vomiting in your dog. Dont induce vomiting on your own as doing so is not always the best recourse. Keep 3% hydrogen peroxide on hand for just such a circumstance.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_plant_poisoning_last_in_dogs\"><\/span>How long does plant poisoning last in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Supportive medications may help your dogs kidneys and liver process the poison and heal. The ASPCA Poison Control estimates that 25 percent of poisoned pets recover within <b>2 hours<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dog_to_recover_from_poisoning\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog to recover from poisoning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The ASPCA Poison Control estimates that 25 percent of poisoned pets recover within <b>two hours. Even with treatment, one in 100 poisoned pets will die.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_have_a_monstera_and_a_dog\"><\/span>Can I have a monstera and a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Monstera are toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets because they have insoluble sharp or needle-like oxalate crystals, i.e., insoluble calcium oxalate known as raphides. When chewed or ingested, they will embed on mucous causing severe irritation, burning feeling on lips, tongue, mouth, or throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_eats_my_Monstera\"><\/span>What happens if my dog eats my Monstera?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There are a few things you can do to keep your pet away from your plants.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The most obvious one is putting the plants out of reach. A high plant shelf or plant stand.  <\/li>\n<li>Grow some cat grass indoors for your cat.  <\/li>\n<li>Pets, especially cats, are sensitive to smells and they dislike strong citrus-type scents.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_monstera_from_pets\"><\/span>How do you keep monstera from pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Monstera are toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets because they have insoluble sharp or needle-like oxalate crystals, i.e., insoluble calcium oxalate known as raphides. When chewed or ingested, they will embed on mucous causing severe irritation, burning feeling on lips, tongue, mouth, or throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_dogs_out_of_house_plants\"><\/span>How do you keep dogs out of house plants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To deter your cat, <b>put a few orange or lemon peels in your Deliciosa plants pot. The pungent aroma will drive away most cats. Alternatively, you can mist your Monstera Deliciosa plant with some citrus fruit essential oils or diluted citrus fruit juices.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if my dog eats Monstera?Can dogs be around Monstera?How poisonous are Monstera to dogs?How do you treat Monstera poisoning in dogs?Can I have a monstera If I have a dog?How do I keep monstera from my dog?What if my dog eats Monstera?What do I do if my dog eats Monstera?How&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-101855","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/101855"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=101855"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/101855\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=101855"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=101855"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=101855"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}