Is burdock poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet todayBurdock is poisonous to dogs – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of it. Our sources do not list it for cats, which is not proof that it is safe for them. Burdock is listed as a problem for dogs.
- Dogs Call a vet today
- Cats Not listed in our sources – that is not proof that it is safe
What to do right now
- Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet.
- Note which plant, which part, how much and when.
- Take a photo or a piece of the plant with you.
- Remove what is left and move the plant out of reach.
- Keep your pet calm.
Don't
- Do not make your pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Do not give any human medicine.
Why it can be dangerous
Burdock is listed as a problem for dogs, with contact dermatitis listed among its problems.[1]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Arctium
What the experts say
“Problems: Contact Dermatitis, Problem for Dogs, Problem for Horses, Spines/Thorns, Weedy”
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Common questions
Is Burdock a problem for dogs?
Yes. Burdock is listed as a problem for dogs.[1]
Is Burdock dangerous for cats too?
Our sources do not list Burdock for cats, which is not proof that it is safe for them.
Sources
How this page was made: written with the help of AI from the sources below, then checked claim by claim against those sources. Urgency levels follow OkPaw’s fixed safety rules. It is guidance, not a diagnosis. How we write our pages