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Is Shatavari Toxic To Dogs?

Poisonous Plants To Dogs

Yes, Shatavari is toxic to dogs!

Dogs accidentally consuming the Shatavari plants can show the following clinical symptoms: Vomiting, Prolonged Depression, Incoordination, Hypersalivaton, Sleepiness Or Excitation, Dilated Pupils, Low Body Temperature, Low Blood Pressure, Coma, Seizure And Death (In Rare Cases).

Shatavari consumption is also toxic to Cats and Horses.

Toxic Principles Of Shatavari: Sapogenins.

More Info About The Shatavari Plant

Scientific Name: Asparagus densiflorus cv sprengeri

Family: Liliaceae.

Also known as: Asparagus, Emerald Feather, Emerald Fern, Sprengeri Fern, Plumosa Fern, Lace Fern, Racemose Asparagus.

The answer is based on information found on The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) website.