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Is Albion Black Pod nigella toxic to cats?

Nigella damascena 'Albion Black Pod'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists albion black pod nigella 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. As with all Nigella damascena cultivars, seeds contain alkaloids (damascenine) that are toxic if consumed in quantity. Not individually ASPCA-listed. Keep seeds away from pets and children; may cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested.

What to do if your cat ate albion black pod nigella

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

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

Is albion black pod nigella toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is albion black pod nigella toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists albion black pod nigella 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. As with all Nigella damascena cultivars, seeds contain alkaloids (damascenine) that are toxic if consumed in quantity. Not individually ASPCA-listed. Keep seeds away from pets and children; may cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats albion black pod nigella?

As with all Nigella damascena cultivars, seeds contain alkaloids (damascenine) that are toxic if consumed in quantity. Not individually ASPCA-listed. Keep seeds away from pets and children; may cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested. 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 albion black pod nigella.

What should I do if my cat ate albion black pod nigella?

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 albion black pod nigella toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Albion Black Pod nigella is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full albion black pod nigella pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to albion black pod nigella?

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 albion black pod nigella pet-safety