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If your cat ate silver crown cotyledon — 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.

Silver Crown Cotyledon is toxic to cats (ASPCA).

Pet emergency

My cat ate Silver Crown Cotyledon — what to do

Step by step

  1. Take silver crown cotyledon 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 silver crown cotyledon — FAQ

Is silver crown cotyledon poisonous to cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists Silver Crown Cotyledon (Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga) as toxic to cats. Cotyledon orbiculata contains bufadienolides (cotyledontoxin), which are cardiotoxic compounds. The ASPCA lists Cotyledon orbiculata as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion can cause weakness, tremors, vomiting, and in severe cases cardiac effects. Keep well away from pets.

How serious is it if my cat ate silver crown cotyledon?

Silver Crown Cotyledon 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. Cotyledon orbiculata contains bufadienolides (cotyledontoxin), which are cardiotoxic compounds. The ASPCA lists Cotyledon orbiculata as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion can cause weakness, tremors, vomiting, and in severe cases cardiac effects. Keep well away from pets. 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 silver crown cotyledon 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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