Dogs safety

Is Jasmine Safe for Dogs?

Quick answer

Jasmine is listed as non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA. ASPCA lists Jasminum officinale (true jasmine) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Note: some plants sold as 'jasmine' such as Cestrum (night jasmine) or Trachelospermum are not true jasmine and may be toxic - always verify scientific name.

Jasmine houseplant

Is Jasmine safe for dogs?

Safe

Jasmine is listed as non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA. ASPCA lists Jasminum officinale (true jasmine) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Note: some plants sold as 'jasmine' such as Cestrum (night jasmine) or Trachelospermum are not true jasmine and may be toxic - always verify scientific name.

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Disclaimer: This page is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. If your dogs ate Jasmine, contact your veterinarian or animal poison control immediately.

Frequently asked questions

Is Jasmine safe for dogs?

Jasmine is listed as non-toxic to dogs by the ASPCA. ASPCA lists Jasminum officinale (true jasmine) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Note: some plants sold as ‘jasmine’ such as Cestrum (night jasmine) or Trachelospermum are not true jasmine and may be toxic - always verify scientific name.

What should I do if my dogs ate Jasmine?

Remove any remaining plant material, note how much was eaten, and contact your veterinarian or animal poison control immediately.

What are safer plant alternatives for dogs?

Browse our verified list of plants safe for dogs at /best-plants/plants-safe-for-dogs/. Popular picks include spider plant, Boston fern, and areca palm for cat and dog households.

How this Jasmine profile is reviewed?

Editorial policyReview board

Written by · Reviewed by LeafyPixels Review Board

This Jasmine plant profile was researched and written by . Care facts, watering ranges, light needs, and pet-safety notes for Jasmine are checked against multiple independent references before publication.

We prioritize sources that hold up under scrutiny:

  • University cooperative extension bulletins and fact sheets (Penn State, Clemson, UMD, NC State, and similar programs)
  • Botanical garden and horticultural society publications
  • Peer-reviewed plant science and veterinary toxicology references where pet safety matters (including ASPCA Animal Poison Control)
  • Established reference works on indoor plant culture

The LeafyPixels editorial team then reviews the draft for clarity, step-by-step usefulness, and fit with real apartment and home conditions-not ideal greenhouse setups. When guidance changes materially, we update the page and note the revision date.

Sources used

  1. ASPCA Animal Poison Control (n.d.) Pet toxicity classification. [Online]. Available at: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/aspca-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants/jasmine (Accessed: 1 March 2024).