Risks
- Snow-on-the-mountain contains a toxic milky sap in its stems, leaves, and fruits that can cause digestive and oral irritation in dogs.
- Common reactions include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- The plant's toxic compounds, such as diterpenoid euphorbol esters and steroidal saponins, can cause skin irritation, blisters, and inflammation.
- Even when dried, snow-on-the-mountain remains toxic to dogs.
