PlantsToxic
English ivy
Also known as: hedera, ivy vine
How dangerous is it?
DogModerate
CatModerate
See a vet today
Call us on +853 6677 6611 for advice within the hour. Have the amount eaten and your pet's weight ready.
Signs to watch for
- Drooling and vomiting
- Belly pain
- Diarrhoea
What to do
Remove access and call us if more than a nibble of leaves was eaten. The foliage is more toxic than the berries.
Macau note
Used in hanging baskets and mall displays. Trailing vines invite cat attacks; hang them out of reach.
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This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.
Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.