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Is Aglaonema Malay Beauty toxic to cats?

Aglaonema 'Malay Beauty'

Toxic to cats

Yes — aglaonema malay beauty 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. Aglaonema is in the ASPCA toxic-plant list (genus Aglaonema, family Araceae) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate aglaonema malay beauty

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move aglaonema malay beauty 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 aglaonema malay beauty to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is aglaonema malay beauty toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aglaonema malay beauty toxic to cats?

Yes — aglaonema malay beauty is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. Aglaonema is in the ASPCA toxic-plant list (genus Aglaonema, family Araceae) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aglaonema malay beauty?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Aglaonema is in the ASPCA toxic-plant list (genus Aglaonema, family Araceae) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and lips, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets and children. 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 aglaonema malay beauty.

What should I do if my cat ate aglaonema malay beauty?

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 aglaonema malay beauty toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aglaonema Malay Beauty is toxic to dogs as well. See the full aglaonema malay beauty pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aglaonema malay beauty?

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.

Full aglaonema malay beauty pet-safety