Is Snake Plant toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Snake Plant is toxic to dogs. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Toxic principles: Saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Snake Plant toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Snake Plant is toxic to horses. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Toxic principles: Saponins This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Snake Plant?

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

What should I do if my pet eats Snake Plant?

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 Snake Plant toxic to cats, dogs? (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) 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 Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) — plant photo, pet toxicity guide — Photo: By Martin Olsson (mnemo on wikipedia and commons, martin@minimum.se) - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/i

Is Snake Plant toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Toxic principles: Saponins
Dog Toxic Not verified

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Toxic principles: Saponins
Horse Toxic Not verified

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Toxic principles: Saponins

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Snake Plant plant details and common names

Family: Agavaceae

Also known as: Golden Bird's Nest, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, Good Luck Plant

Other language names: wężownica

Safety advice if a pet eats Snake Plant

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 Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

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FAQ: Snake Plant and pet toxicity

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