No. Dogs should not be allowed to eat lovage.

Lovage (also called smellage or Maggi plant) is a cilantro-like herb. It tastes like parsley and anise with a hint of celery. The low-calorie herb has several benefits for humans. It is packed with vitamin C and can be eaten raw or cooked in vegetables and salads.

However, for dogs, lovage has no benefits. In fact; it could be downright toxic to your dog.

If your dog has eaten lovage in a small quantity, it should be fine. However, it is still important that you observe your dog over the next few hours. Lovage contains phthalide lactones and furanocoumarins, both of which are toxic to dogs.

In large quantities, lovage could result in symptoms like muscle cramps, abdominal pain, vomiting, dizziness, frequent urination, and extreme thirst. In extreme cases, it could even result in respiratory difficulties and coma.

Certain breeds are especially susceptible to the harmful effects of lovage. These include shepherd and sheepdog breeds, whippets, etc. 

If you suspect your dog has accidentally eaten lovage with grass, then please call your vet immediately.

To ensure your pet will live a long and healthy life, it is always a good idea to invest in pet health insurance. Preparing for the unexpected guarantees money is never an issue in keeping you pup healthy.