Is Borage toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Borage is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Borage toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Borage is toxic to horses. Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Borage?

Our database flags Borage as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.

What should I do if my pet eats Borage?

Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

Is Borage toxic to cats, dogs? (Borage officinalis)

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

Photos of Borage (Borage officinalis)

Borage (Borage officinalis) — plant photo, pet toxicity guide

Is Borage toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage
Dog Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage
Horse Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage

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Borage plant details and common names

Family: Boraginceae

Also known as: Starflower

Safety advice if a pet eats Borage

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 Borage (Borage officinalis), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

Found outdated or incorrect data? Use the report form below or e-mail kontakt@plants4pets.pl with the plant name, species affected and your source — we review every submission.

FAQ: Borage and pet toxicity

Is Borage toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Borage is toxic to cats. Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Borage toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Borage is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Borage toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Borage is toxic to horses. Vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis Toxic principles: Tannins, mucilage This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Borage?: Our database flags Borage as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Borage?: 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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