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If your cat ate calamondin orange — 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 or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 now.

Calamondin orange is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

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My cat ate Calamondin orange — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take calamondin orange 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 the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and 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.

My cat ate calamondin orange — FAQ

Is calamondin orange poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Calamondin orange (Citrus × microcarpa) as toxic to cats. Toxic to pets. The ASPCA lists Calamondin Orange (scientific name Citrus mitis — a synonym of Citrus × microcarpa, family Rutaceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, alongside other citrus such as orange and lemon. The toxic principles are essential oils and psoralens concentrated in the leaves, peel, stems and seeds; ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea and depression, and skin contact with the oils can trigger dermatitis and photosensitivity. The ripe fruit flesh itself is edible, but the rest of the plant is not — keep pets from chewing the foliage and contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if they do.

How serious is it if my cat ate calamondin orange?

Calamondin orange is toxic to cats and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet or poison control on (888) 426-4435 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. Toxic to pets. The ASPCA lists Calamondin Orange (scientific name Citrus mitis — a synonym of Citrus × microcarpa, family Rutaceae) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, alongside other citrus such as orange and lemon. The toxic principles are essential oils and psoralens concentrated in the leaves, peel, stems and seeds; ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea and depression, and skin contact with the oils can trigger dermatitis and photosensitivity. The ripe fruit flesh itself is edible, but the rest of the plant is not — keep pets from chewing the foliage and contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center if they do. 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 the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call (888) 426-4435 and follow professional advice.

How do I stop this happening again?

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

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