What to do if your pet ate it
Contact your vet or a poison line right away, report how much akebia quinata was eaten and your pet's weight, and keep any packaging or leftovers. Do not induce vomiting unless your vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Lethargy and weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Severe: tremors, breathing trouble, collapse
If your pet shows vomiting, lethargy or any unusual behaviour after eating akebia quinata, go to the nearest emergency vet immediately.
Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.
Other foods that are toxic or dangerous
The full A–Z food list groups every food by verdict for each species.
Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat akebia quinata?
NO — do not feed. There is no reliable toxicology data for Akebia quinata in dogs or cats from ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual, or other authoritative sources. Because evidence is lacking, treat the plant as unsafe and keep all parts away from pets.
What if my dog already ate akebia quinata?
Call your vet or a poison line now with the amount of akebia quinata eaten and your dog's weight, and do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. If akebia quinata was eaten and you then see vomiting, lethargy, tremors or breathing changes, go straight to the nearest emergency clinic.
Is there a safe amount of akebia quinata for dogs?
There is no accepted safe dose of akebia quinata for dogs; it is classed as toxic or dangerous, and reactions vary with the individual animal, so it is not something to feed at any amount.
How often can dogs have akebia quinata?
akebia quinata is not something to feed at any interval; it stays off the menu entirely.
What are safer treats than akebia quinata for dogs?
Pick from the safe list instead — Cooked beef or Blackberries carry none of the risk that akebia quinata does, and they work better as an everyday treat.