Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sweetheart Ivy is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sweetheart Ivy is toxic to horses. Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Sweetheart Ivy?

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

What should I do if my pet eats Sweetheart Ivy?

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 Sweetheart Ivy toxic to cats, dogs? (Hedera helix)

Sweetheart Ivy (Hedera helix) 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 Sweetheart Ivy (Hedera helix)

Sweetheart Ivy (Hedera helix) — plant photo, pet toxicity guide — Photo: By kallerna - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=128844239

Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin)
Dog Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin)
Horse Toxic Not verified

Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin)

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Sweetheart Ivy plant details and common names

Family: Araliaceae

Also known as: English Ivy, Glacier Ivy, Needlepoint Ivy, Branching Ivy, California Ivy

Safety advice if a pet eats Sweetheart Ivy

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 Sweetheart Ivy (Hedera helix), 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: Sweetheart Ivy and pet toxicity

Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sweetheart Ivy is toxic to cats. Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sweetheart Ivy is toxic to dogs. Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Sweetheart Ivy toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Sweetheart Ivy is toxic to horses. Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries Toxic principles: Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin) This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Sweetheart Ivy?: Our database flags Sweetheart Ivy as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Sweetheart Ivy?: 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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