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If your cat ate german butterball potato — 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.

German Butterball Potato is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

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My cat ate German Butterball Potato — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take german butterball potato 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 german butterball potato — FAQ

Is german butterball potato poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists German Butterball Potato (Solanum tuberosum 'German Butterball') as toxic to cats. Toxic per the ASPCA listing for potato (Solanum tuberosum). Foliage, stems, sprouts and green tubers contain solanine glycoalkaloids; cats and dogs may show drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and CNS depression. Only fully cured, non-green tubers are food-safe; keep the growing plant and green trimmings out of pets' reach.

How serious is it if my cat ate german butterball potato?

German Butterball Potato 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 per the ASPCA listing for potato (Solanum tuberosum). Foliage, stems, sprouts and green tubers contain solanine glycoalkaloids; cats and dogs may show drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and CNS depression. Only fully cured, non-green tubers are food-safe; keep the growing plant and green trimmings out of pets' reach. 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 german butterball potato well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best cats-safe plants list.

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