What would happen if a dog ate a poinsettia?

I think our dog got into one? Any advice for him? Will he be okay?

What would happen if a dog ate a poinsettia?
For years poinsettias had the bad reputation of being poisonous. While they are not meant to be eaten by humans, pets or livestock, ingesting poinsettias would probably cause some stomach upset, as would eating most any houseplant. However poinsettias have undergone extensive testing and there is no evidence that they are toxic or unsafe to have in the house. They are also safe to put into the compost.





A more likely problem to watch out for is contact dermatitis. Euphorbias exude a milky sap when broken. (Think of milkweed.) Some people are sensitive to this sap, which can cause an itchy rash. Be especially careful not to rub your eyes after touching the plants.
Reply:take him to the vet he may die
Reply:my dog has eaten two and no problems I have heard that the poison poinsettia is an urban legend
Reply:Poinsettias are very dangerous to an animal. It depends on the amount ingested. However DO NOT RISK IT, head to the ER Vet immediately, because it can cause death.
Reply:If your dog has eaten poinsettias, i think he will be fine. I have only heard of cats getting sick from poinsettias. Cats don't even get sick from poinsettias unless they eat a lot of it. Most animals don't like the taste of them either, so I'm sure you dog didn't eat real much if it did eat any. But just to be sure, i would make sure your dog is eating right. If hes getting sick or doing anything out of the ordinary, i would take him to the vet just to be sure hes alright. I would probably take him to the vet anyway if you are really that concerned, or at least talk to a veterinarian. I'm sure he is fine, but just incase, good luck!
Reply:The leaves and stems, I believe, cause intestinal upset. or even mouth ulcers. It's the berries that can be a bigger problem and can be dangerous. Call your local emergency clinic and get their advice as soon as possible.


Hope this helps


Good luck
Reply:They are poisonous to animals. Take him to the vet immeadietly.
Reply:"poinsettas" are poisoness, get him to a vet