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Is Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' toxic to cats?

Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'

Toxic to cats

Yes — achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The Achillea genus is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (yarrow, Achillea millefolium), with glycoalkaloids (achillein), monoterpenes and sesquiterpene lactones (achillin) as the toxic principles. As a member of the same genus, A. ptarmica 'The Pearl' should be treated as toxic; signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, anorexia, dermatitis and depression.

What to do if your cat ate achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten achillea ptarmica 'the pearl', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' toxic to cats?

Yes — achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The Achillea genus is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (yarrow, Achillea millefolium), with glycoalkaloids (achillein), monoterpenes and sesquiterpene lactones (achillin) as the toxic principles. As a member of the same genus, A. ptarmica 'The Pearl' should be treated as toxic; signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, anorexia, dermatitis and depression.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'?

The Achillea genus is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (yarrow, Achillea millefolium), with glycoalkaloids (achillein), monoterpenes and sesquiterpene lactones (achillin) as the toxic principles. As a member of the same genus, A. ptarmica 'The Pearl' should be treated as toxic; signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, anorexia, dermatitis and depression. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'.

What should I do if my cat ate achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full achillea ptarmica 'the pearl' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to achillea ptarmica 'the pearl'?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

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