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Is Aglaonema Tigress toxic to cats?

Aglaonema 'Tigress'

Toxic to cats

Yes — aglaonema tigress 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 ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and lip burning, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Site it away from curious pets.

What to do if your cat ate aglaonema tigress

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

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

Is aglaonema tigress toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aglaonema tigress toxic to cats?

Yes — aglaonema tigress is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and lip burning, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Site it away from curious pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aglaonema tigress?

The ASPCA lists Aglaonema (Chinese evergreen) as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing causes oral and lip burning, intense drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. Site it away from curious pets. 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 tigress.

What should I do if my cat ate aglaonema tigress?

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 tigress toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to aglaonema tigress?

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 tigress pet-safety