Cut-flower pet safety

Are roses toxic to cats and dogs?

The ASPCA lists Rosa species as non-toxic to cats and dogs. That answer covers the rose plant, not unidentified flowers in a mixed bouquet or unknown substances added to vase water.

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Roses Rosa spp.

The ASPCA plant record for roses covers Rosa species. This is reference information, not veterinary advice.

Is it toxic to cats?

No. The ASPCA lists Rosa species as non-toxic to cats. If the arrangement contains other flowers, identify each one before treating the whole bouquet as pet-safe.

Is it toxic to dogs?

No. The ASPCA lists Rosa species as non-toxic to dogs. A mixed arrangement still needs a flower-by-flower check.

If your pet is unwell

Roses themselves are listed as non-toxic, but a mixed bouquet can contain other species. If your pet is unwell or the other flowers are unknown, contact a veterinarian and take the bouquet label or a clear photo with you.

Check another bouquet flower

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Questions about roses and pets

Are roses toxic to cats?

No. The ASPCA lists Rosa species as non-toxic to cats. Check every other flower in a mixed bouquet separately.

Are roses toxic to dogs?

No. The ASPCA lists Rosa species as non-toxic to dogs. This does not identify other flowers in the arrangement.

Is a mixed rose bouquet pet-safe?

Not automatically. The rose itself is listed as non-toxic, but a mixed bouquet may contain other species. Identify each flower and consider any unknown substance in the vase water.

This guide follows established plant-care guidance and official ASPCA pet-safety references. How we verify our plant data → · Last reviewed: 2026-09-21