Is Japanese Pittosporum toxic to dogs and cats?
Why Japanese Pittosporum is considered safe
Non-toxic to dogs and cats: ASPCA lists Japanese Pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira) as non-toxic. Chewing any plant can still cause mild stomach upset, so call your vet if your pet seems unwell.
Pittosporum tobira
Also called: Pittosporum, Japanese Mock Orange, and Tobira.
ASPCA lists Japanese Pittosporum as non-toxic to dogs and cats. Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control
What to do if your pet chewed it
Safe means non-toxic, not edible. A curious nibble is not a concern, but heavy grazing on any houseplant can still upset a stomach. Call your vet if your pet seems unwell.
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Is Japanese Pittosporum toxic to cats?
No, Japanese Pittosporum is not toxic to cats. See all 80 cat-safe plants.
Is Japanese Pittosporum toxic to dogs?
No, Japanese Pittosporum is not toxic to dogs. See all 82 dog-safe plants.
What is Japanese Pittosporum also called?
Japanese Pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira) is also called Pittosporum, Japanese Mock Orange, and Tobira.
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· Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control.
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