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Is Tarragon toxic to dogs?

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is toxic to dogs (S1 Caution): the ASPCA lists essential oils and mild vomiting and diarrhea.

  • TOXINEssential Oils
  • WHAT TO EXPECTMild vomiting and diarrhea
  • CALL THE VETContact your vet if vomiting or diarrhea persists or worsens after Tarragon ingestion.
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Symptoms

SIGN
Mild vomiting and diarrhea

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S1 PROTOCOL
1
Move Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) out of your dog's reach. Watch for mild vomiting and diarrhea. Contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.
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When to call the vet: Contact your vet if vomiting or diarrhea persists or worsens after Tarragon ingestion.
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Care at a glance

Lightdirect
Waterevery 5–9 days
Humiditymedium
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FAQ

Is Tarragon toxic to dogs?

Yes, for Artemisia dracunculus: S1 Caution. The ASPCA Tarragon entry lists "Essential Oils" and "Mild vomiting and diarrhea". Move Tarragon out of your dog's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.

Which plant does this Tarragon verdict cover?

Artemisia dracunculus. The ASPCA Tarragon entry gives that scientific name. Additional names are French Tarragon and Estragon. The family is Asteraceae. This verdict follows that entry. Plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.

What signs does the Tarragon entry list?

The clinical-signs field reads "Mild vomiting and diarrhea". The toxic-principles field reads "Essential Oils". The toxicity line reads "Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses". Move the plant out of reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.

Is Tarragon toxic to cats?

Yes, for Artemisia dracunculus: S1 Caution. The ASPCA Tarragon entry lists "Essential Oils" and "Mild vomiting and diarrhea". Move Tarragon out of your cat's reach and contact your vet if signs persist or worsen.

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Verdapaw Plant × Pet Safety Index, verdapaw.com/plants/tarragon, reviewed 2026-11-05