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Is yesterday-today-tomorrow (brunfelsia) toxic to dogs? Yes: toxic
Toxic. Brunfelsia (yesterday-today-tomorrow, Paraguayan jasmine) can cause vomiting, tremors and seizures that may last for days.
If your dog ate or touched this, call your vet or a pet poison line now
United States
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Yesterday-today-tomorrow (brunfelsia) and dogs: key facts
What should I do if my dog ate yesterday-today-tomorrow (brunfelsia)?
- Call your vet or a pet poison line now.
- Get to a vet right away, even if your dog seems fine.
- Take your dog away from the plant and rinse its mouth with water.
- Bring a piece of the plant or a photo to help identify it.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
Symptoms to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Anxious behavior
- Wobbly walking (incoordination)
- Tremors
- Seizures, sometimes for several days
- Coughing
Why
All parts of the plant contain two toxins: one overstimulates the nervous system and the other slows it down. Despite the name, Paraguayan jasmine is not a true jasmine.
Sources
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: Paraguayan Jasmine
- Pet Poison Helpline: Brunfelsia (Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow)
- Pet Poison Helpline: Toxic Plants to Pets (first aid)
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026. Page updated 7 November 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.