Stinging Nettle
Urtica dioica
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Common Nettle, Urtica
Urticaceae
wild
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
leaves, stems (stinging hairs)
Histamine, formic acid, serotonin
Immediate
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Localized pain
- Swelling
- Itching
- Drooling
- Pawing at face
What to Do
Apply cold compress to affected area. Antihistamine may help. Usually resolves within hours.
About Stinging Nettle
Stinging nettle causes immediate localized pain through tiny hairs that inject histamine and other irritants. While not systemically toxic, the sting is very painful for pets.