Overview
No, cocculus is not suitable to be taken orally by dogs. A poisonous compound to canines called picrotoxin can be found in the herb’s seed. Ingesting cocculus can cause poisoning in dogs and disrupt their nervous system function.
Can dogs eat Cocculus?
Benefits
- Cocculus is used as a homeopathic remedy for nausea, dizziness, motion sickness, and vomiting in dogs.
Risks
- Cocculus is used as a homeopathic remedy and not for ingestion.
- The seed of Cocculus contains picrotoxin, a potent poison that affects the central nervous system. When ingested, it can cause vomiting, chronic convulsions, gastrointestinal symptoms, and respiration failure. Severe cases of poisoning can lead to fatal results.
Servings
- Always get professional advice from a veterinarian before using a plant medicinally for your dog.
