Dogs will be dogs, so chewing on plants, even exotic plants in your house and garden, is all in a days work for your lovable canine friend. Most plants have some degree of toxicity for a dog, however what part of the plant is poison or toxic will vary from species to species. Knowing what plants are poisonous to dogs and which ones are safe is sometimes complicated, but by checking with your nursery, vet and breeder you can get a good general idea.
In most cases consuming plants will not result in your dog becoming fatally ill from the poison or toxin. In most situations the dogs will show signs of vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, sores in or on the mouth or lesions on the skin that are actually an allergic reaction to the plant. In rare situations the dog can become seriously and potentially fatally ill after eating a plant, often these are more exotic plants, which can make treatment very difficult. If you do suspect that your dog's illness or reaction is due to consuming some type of plant, be sure to know the name and species of the plant or bring it with you to the vet.
