Plant safety record
Sage
Salvia officinalis
Correctly identified Salvia officinalis is listed non-toxic to cats and dogs by ASPCA. Do not transfer this result to every sage-named plant.
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Cats
NON-TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Sage, Salvia officinalis, as non-toxic to cats.
Dogs
NON-TOXIC
ASPCA classifies Sage, Salvia officinalis, as non-toxic to dogs.
Quick answer
ASPCA lists Salvia officinalis as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and Kew accepts that species identity.
Plant identity and scope
This record is limited to Salvia officinalis, the accepted species identified by Kew and ASPCA. It is not a genus-wide conclusion for every Salvia or sage-named plant.
Governed aliases: Common Sage, Garden Sage.
What the evidence supports
The non-toxic result is limited to Salvia officinalis. It does not create a genus-wide Salvia conclusion or govern every unrelated plant sold with sage in its name.
Safety classifications come from PawPlants' governed evidence record, not from a retailer or product label.
If exposure may have occurred
Remove loose plant material and prevent more chewing. Contact a veterinarian if symptoms persist, a large amount may have been eaten, another substance was involved, or the plant identity is uncertain.
Open PawPlants emergency guidance for immediate next steps and contact options.
Evidence and sources
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — SageCat: Non-toxic; Dog: Non-toxic; subject: Salvia officinalis.
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew — Plants of the World Online — Salvia officinalisEvidence subject: Salvia officinalis.