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Is Agastache 'Black Adder' toxic to cats?

Agastache 'Black Adder'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists agastache 'black adder' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Agastache 'Black Adder' is a hybrid not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Its parent anise hyssop, Agastache foeniculum, is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, but this cultivar is not specifically cleared, and its aromatic oils may cause mild GI upset if eaten in quantity.

What to do if your cat ate agastache 'black adder'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move agastache 'black adder' 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 agastache 'black adder' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is agastache 'black adder' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is agastache 'black adder' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists agastache 'black adder' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Agastache 'Black Adder' is a hybrid not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Its parent anise hyssop, Agastache foeniculum, is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, but this cultivar is not specifically cleared, and its aromatic oils may cause mild GI upset if eaten in quantity.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats agastache 'black adder'?

Agastache 'Black Adder' is a hybrid not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Its parent anise hyssop, Agastache foeniculum, is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, but this cultivar is not specifically cleared, and its aromatic oils may cause mild GI upset if eaten in quantity. 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 agastache 'black adder'.

What should I do if my cat ate agastache 'black adder'?

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 agastache 'black adder' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Agastache 'Black Adder' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full agastache 'black adder' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to agastache 'black adder'?

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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