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If your cat ate showy japanese lily — 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.

Showy Japanese Lily is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

Pet emergency

My cat ate Showy Japanese Lily — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take showy japanese lily 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 showy japanese lily — FAQ

Is showy japanese lily poisonous to cats?

Yes — Showy Japanese Lily (Lilium speciosum) is regarded as toxic to cats, based on genus- and family-level toxicity data. Severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed, genus Lilium). All plant parts — leaves, petals, pollen, and stems — cause acute kidney failure in cats, often fatal if untreated within 24–72 hours. Also toxic to dogs in significant quantities. Never grow where cats have access.

How serious is it if my cat ate showy japanese lily?

Showy Japanese Lily 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. Severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed, genus Lilium). All plant parts — leaves, petals, pollen, and stems — cause acute kidney failure in cats, often fatal if untreated within 24–72 hours. Also toxic to dogs in significant quantities. Never grow where cats have access. 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 showy japanese lily 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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