Oregano
Origanum vulgare
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Wild Marjoram, Greek Oregano
Lamiaceae
herb
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
leaves
Essential oils (carvacrol, thymol)
1 to 4 hours
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Mild GI upset
- Vomiting if large quantity
What to Do
Only concerning in large amounts or as concentrated oil. The plant itself is very low risk.
About Oregano
Oregano is technically mildly toxic due to essential oil content, but a pet nibbling on the plant is unlikely to have any serious reaction.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: