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Is Allium 'Firmament' toxic to cats?

Allium 'Firmament'

Toxic to cats

Yes — allium 'firmament' 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. ASPCA lists Allium species as toxic to cats and dogs. The bulbs and foliage contain organosulfur compounds such as N-propyl disulfide that trigger oxidative red-blood-cell damage, causing vomiting, weakness, anaemia and rapid breathing. Store bulbs and clippings out of pets' reach.

What to do if your cat ate allium 'firmament'

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

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

Is allium 'firmament' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is allium 'firmament' toxic to cats?

Yes — allium 'firmament' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Allium species as toxic to cats and dogs. The bulbs and foliage contain organosulfur compounds such as N-propyl disulfide that trigger oxidative red-blood-cell damage, causing vomiting, weakness, anaemia and rapid breathing. Store bulbs and clippings out of pets' reach.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats allium 'firmament'?

ASPCA lists Allium species as toxic to cats and dogs. The bulbs and foliage contain organosulfur compounds such as N-propyl disulfide that trigger oxidative red-blood-cell damage, causing vomiting, weakness, anaemia and rapid breathing. Store bulbs and clippings out of pets' reach. 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 allium 'firmament'.

What should I do if my cat ate allium 'firmament'?

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 allium 'firmament' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Allium 'Firmament' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full allium 'firmament' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to allium 'firmament'?

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 allium 'firmament' pet-safety