Is bamboo toxic to cats or dogs?
Bamboo — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe Safe True bamboo (Phyllostachys) is non-toxic to cats and dogs. Be careful not to confuse it with the poisonous Nandina bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana). Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) is a different plant and is highly poisonous. It's not real bamboo.
Other names: Real bamboo, golden bamboo
English nameBamboo
Scientific namePhyllostachys aurea
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What should I do?
Safe: Real bamboo (Phyllostachys) is non-toxic to cats and dogs. Be careful not to confuse it with the poisonous Nandina bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana). Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) is a different plant and is highly poisonous. It's not real bamboo.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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