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My dog ate a peony petal. Are they toxic? What symptoms to watch for?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 5 months old | 82 lbs

My dog ate a dried peony petal. I read that they are toxic to dogs, should I be concerned and if so, what do I need to watch out for? She's a little over 80 pounds

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on June 30th, 2021

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Peony can produce gastrointestinal symptoms, like vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, drooling when ingested in large amounts. If Echo ate only one petal, most likely she will be fine. Please, monitor her at home for the next 6-12hrs. If you notice any worrying symptoms, get in touch with your local vets.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 3rd, 2017

    That was naughty of Sophie to check on the peony! This plant contains the toxin called paeonol, which is concentrated in the bark of the plant. Toxicity typically occurs when the plant and bark is ingested, and clinical signs include vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. Large amounts need to be ingested to induce clinical signs, and if Sophie only chewed on the stem, she should be fine. Monitor her to be safe, and if you do see any of the signs I mentioned above, then I would have her seen by a vet. I hope this helps :-)

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