Toxicity to pets

Branching ivy, also known as English ivy, is a long, woody, vine that grows on structures such as fences, walls, and trees. When it reaches the stage of growing on hosts such as those structures, its goes from growing leaves to producing small flowers. Similar to its more well known ivy family member poison ivy, this type of ivy is also toxic to the skin. Branching ivy’s toxicity is derived from triterpenoid saponins among other toxins including caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, and emetine. The foliage of this plant is more toxic than the berries.

Common signs to watch for:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Anorexia
• Lethargy
• Hypersalivation/drooling