Is English Ivy toxic to cats and dogs?

Whether English Ivy is safe for cats and dogs, from the ASPCA's toxic and non-toxic plant list.

Is English Ivy toxic to cats and dogs?
PlantScientific nameCatsDogsToxic principlesClinical signs
English IvyHedera helixToxic to catsToxic to dogsTriterpenoid saponins (hederagenin)Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries

Common questions

Is English Ivy toxic to cats?
Toxic to cats.
Is English Ivy toxic to dogs?
Toxic to dogs.
What makes English Ivy toxic?
Triterpenoid saponins (hederagenin).
What are the signs of English Ivy poisoning?
Vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, diarrhea. Foliage is more toxic than berries.

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