About Black Walnut toxicity

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) is marked as potentially toxic to dogs, horses in the Plants4Pets database. Keep this plant out of reach of curious pets and read the species-specific notes below.

Is Black Walnut toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

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Black Walnut plant details and common names

Family: Juglandaceae

Safety advice if a pet eats Black Walnut

Many popular houseplants and garden species can cause vomiting, drooling, skin irritation or more serious symptoms when chewed by cats, dogs or horses. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace a veterinary consultation.

If your pet has eaten any part of Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Black Walnut and pet toxicity

Is Black Walnut toxic to cats?
No. According to Plants4Pets, Black Walnut is safe for cats. Dogs: moldy nuts/hulls can cause tremors and seizures, ingestion of shavings can cause incoordination; Horses: laminitis, colic Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Black Walnut toxic to dogs?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Black Walnut is toxic to dogs. Dogs: moldy nuts/hulls can cause tremors and seizures, ingestion of shavings can cause incoordination; Horses: laminitis, colic Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Black Walnut toxic to horses?
Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Black Walnut is toxic to horses. Dogs: moldy nuts/hulls can cause tremors and seizures, ingestion of shavings can cause incoordination; Horses: laminitis, colic Toxic principles: Unknown This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Black Walnut?
Our database flags Black Walnut as toxic to: dogs, horses.
Is Black Walnut considered safe for any pets?
According to Plants4Pets, Black Walnut appears safe for: cats. Always supervise pets around plants.
What should I do if my pet eats Black Walnut?
Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

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