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Is nightshade toxic to dogs?
Toxic. Wild nightshades can cause drooling, severe stomach upset, confusion, weakness and a slow heart rate.
If your dog ate or touched this, call your vet or a pet poison line now
United States
Poison lines in other countries: United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand
What to do now
- Call your vet or a pet poison line now.
- Take any plant pieces away and rinse your dog's mouth with water.
- Bring a piece of the plant in a bag, or a photo, to help identify it.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Don't give milk, oil, salt or other home remedies unless a vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- Drooling
- Loss of appetite
- Severe vomiting or diarrhea
- Drowsiness or confusion
- Weakness
- Dilated pupils
- Slow heart rate
Why
Nightshades contain solanine, saponins and atropine-like substances. Datura (jimsonweed, kecubung), angel's trumpet and belladonna are related and more dangerous; they have their own entry.
Sources
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: Deadly Nightshade
- Pet Poison Helpline: Nightshades
- Pet Poison Helpline: Toxic Plants to Pets (first aid)
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.