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Garlic

Not listed does not mean safe.

Garlic — Allium sativum

JJ Harrison (https://www.jjharrison.com.au/) · CC BY 3.0 · Photo source · shows: Allium sativum

Allium sativum

Also known as: Stinking Rose, Rustic Treacle, Camphor of the Poor, Nectar of the Gods, Serpent Garlic, Rocambole

Family: Liliaceae · ASPCA plant record

Verdict at a glance

🐱 Cats⚠ ToxicASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
🐶 Dogs⚠ ToxicASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
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Evidence by animal

Sourced plant verdicts — read the original wording and scope
AnimalVerdictBasisPlant partsSourcesEvidence link
Companion mammals
CatsCats: ⚠ ToxicNot specified
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control
evidence
DogsDogs: ⚠ ToxicNot specified
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control
evidence
Horses & livestock
HorsesHorses: ⚠ ToxicNot specified
ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Poison control
evidence
Small mammals
Guinea pigsGuinea pigs: ⚠ ToxicOxbow: on the "never feed" listNot specified
Oxbow Animal Health Veterinary reference
evidence
Birds
Pet birds (general)Pet birds (general): ⚠ ToxicAAV: listed as toxic to pet birds; VCA: specifically reported harmful in birdsNot specified
Association of Avian Veterinarians Veterinary reference
VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary reference
evidence

Source excerpts

ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants — Cats, Dogs, Horses

poison-control

Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses

Source checked 2026-10-27

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Oxbow Animal Health — Foods Guinea Pigs Should Never Eat — Guinea pigs

veterinary-reference

Oxbow: on the "never feed" list · Oxbow Animal Health "foods guinea pigs should never eat" (veterinary-reviewed article from a pet-food maker, not a poison-control centre).

Allium spp of plants include garlic, onions, chives, and leeks with garlic and onions being most reported for toxicosis.

Source checked 2026-10-27 (source updated September 5, 2025)

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Association of Avian Veterinarians — Protecting Your Pet Birds From Household Dangers — Pet birds (general)

veterinary-reference

AAV: listed as toxic to pet birds · AAV leaflet: Allium family "such as onions and garlic".

Plants in the Allium family such as onions and garlic are toxic to many species, and ingestion can lead to anemia and liver damage.

Source checked 2026-10-27

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VCA Animal Hospitals — Plants That Are Toxic to Birds — Pet birds (general)

veterinary-reference

VCA: specifically reported harmful in birds · VCA: asterisk = "plants that are specifically reported to be harmful in birds".

Garlic*

Source checked 2026-10-27 (source updated Aug 14, 2026)

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No evidence collected in this database yet for 18 animals

No evidence collected in this database yet for: Rabbits, Hamsters, Rats, Mice, Chinchillas, Ferrets, Parrots (macaws, Amazons, African greys…), Budgerigars (budgies), Cockatiels, Lovebirds, Canaries, Finches, Pigeons & doves, Tortoises, Bearded dragons, Iguanas, Goats, Chickens & other poultry

No supported claim has been collected for these animals. Not listed does not mean safe; do not infer suitability from another species.

Toxic principles

ASPCA, as published: N-propyl disulfide Source

Clinical signs

ASPCA, as published: Vomiting, breakdown of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia, Heinz body anemia), blood in urine, weakness, high heart rate, panting Source

Last verified (ASPCA record): 2026-10-27. Source access dates and limitations.

Similar plants (same family)

Shared family is not a shared verdict. Check each plant separately.