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If your cat ate achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' — do this now

  1. Take the plant away and clear any pieces from their mouth.
  2. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a professional.
  3. Call your vet now. If you cannot reach one, a poison-control line will triage you — ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both services charge a fee.

Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

Pet emergency

My cat ate Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' away and remove any plant material from your cat's mouth so they cannot eat more.
  2. Note roughly how much was eaten and when — this helps the vet judge the risk.
  3. Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to.
  4. Call your vet, or a poison-control line — (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK. Both charge a consultation fee. Follow their advice.
  5. Watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy, and bring a leaf or photo to the appointment.

This is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide as well as the plant. When in doubt, call your vet — or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK.

My cat ate achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' — FAQ

Is achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' (Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl') as toxic to cats. The Achillea genus is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (yarrow, Achillea millefolium), with glycoalkaloids (achillein), monoterpenes and sesquiterpene lactones (achillin) as the toxic principles. As a member of the same genus, A. ptarmica 'The Pearl' should be treated as toxic; signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, anorexia, dermatitis and depression.

How serious is it if my cat ate achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'?

Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' is toxic to cats and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet, or (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK, straight away rather than waiting to see if symptoms develop.

What symptoms should I watch for?

Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. The Achillea genus is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (yarrow, Achillea millefolium), with glycoalkaloids (achillein), monoterpenes and sesquiterpene lactones (achillin) as the toxic principles. As a member of the same genus, A. ptarmica 'The Pearl' should be treated as toxic; signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, anorexia, dermatitis and depression. Any worsening or persistent symptoms warrant an immediate vet visit.

Should I make my cat vomit?

No — do not induce vomiting unless a vet or a poison-control specialist specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call your vet, or (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK, and follow professional advice.

How do I stop this happening again?

Keep achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best cats-safe plants list.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your cat.

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