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Is Alocasia Wollongong toxic to cats?

Alocasia 'Wollongong'

Toxic to cats

Yes — alocasia wollongong 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. Alocasia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic (Alocasia spp./elephant ears); the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalates, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this hybrid away from pets and children, and handle sap with care as it irritates skin.

What to do if your cat ate alocasia wollongong

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

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

Is alocasia wollongong toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alocasia wollongong toxic to cats?

Yes — alocasia wollongong 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. Alocasia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic (Alocasia spp./elephant ears); the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalates, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this hybrid away from pets and children, and handle sap with care as it irritates skin.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alocasia wollongong?

Toxic to cats and dogs. Alocasia is listed by the ASPCA as toxic (Alocasia spp./elephant ears); the toxic principle is insoluble calcium oxalates, causing oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep this hybrid away from pets and children, and handle sap with care as it irritates skin. 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 wollongong.

What should I do if my cat ate alocasia wollongong?

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 wollongong toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to alocasia wollongong?

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 wollongong pet-safety