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If your cat ate cotyledon papillaris — 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.

Cotyledon Papillaris is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

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My cat ate Cotyledon Papillaris — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take cotyledon papillaris 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 cotyledon papillaris — FAQ

Is cotyledon papillaris poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Cotyledon Papillaris (Cotyledon papillaris) as toxic to cats. Toxic to cats and dogs. The genus Cotyledon contains cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides such as cotyledontoxin); ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and serious heart arrhythmias. Although not individually itemised on the ASPCA list, Cotyledon's bufadienolide toxicity is well documented — keep it out of pets' reach and contact a vet immediately if it is eaten.

How serious is it if my cat ate cotyledon papillaris?

Cotyledon Papillaris 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 cats and dogs. The genus Cotyledon contains cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides such as cotyledontoxin); ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and serious heart arrhythmias. Although not individually itemised on the ASPCA list, Cotyledon's bufadienolide toxicity is well documented — keep it out of pets' reach and contact a vet immediately if it is eaten. 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 cotyledon papillaris well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best cats-safe plants list.

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