Both cooked and raw taro can be toxic to dogs if ingested. All parts of the taro plant, including the leaves, stems, and corms, contain calcium oxalate crystals. Eating raw taro can cause immediate irritation to the mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract, leading to symptoms such as excessive thirst, vomiting,difficulty swallowing, drooling, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Cooked taro is less toxic than raw taro, but it can still cause gastrointestinal upset in some dogs. If you think your dog has eaten taro, it is important to monitor them closely and contact your veterinarian immediately.
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