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Is Alocasia Tiny Dancer toxic to cats?

Alocasia 'Tiny Dancer'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia tiny dancer 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 Alocasia (Alocasia spp., family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning and swelling of the mouth, lips and tongue, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or ingested.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia tiny dancer

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

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

Is alocasia tiny dancer toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia tiny dancer toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia tiny dancer 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 Alocasia (Alocasia spp., family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning and swelling of the mouth, lips and tongue, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or ingested.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia tiny dancer?

The ASPCA lists Alocasia (Alocasia spp., family Araceae) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The leaves and stems contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning and swelling of the mouth, lips and tongue, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or 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 alocasia tiny dancer.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia tiny dancer?

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 alocasia tiny dancer toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alocasia Tiny Dancer is toxic to dogs as well. See the full alocasia tiny dancer pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia tiny dancer?

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 alocasia tiny dancer pet-safety