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Is Aloe Haworthioides toxic to cats?

Aloe haworthioides

Toxic to cats

Yes — aloe haworthioides 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 Aloe as toxic to cats and dogs. Despite its small size, the saponins and anthraquinone glycosides can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, and reddish urine if eaten. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate aloe haworthioides

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

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

Is aloe haworthioides toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aloe haworthioides toxic to cats?

Yes — aloe haworthioides is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic to cats and dogs. Despite its small size, the saponins and anthraquinone glycosides can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, and reddish urine if eaten. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aloe haworthioides?

ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic to cats and dogs. Despite its small size, the saponins and anthraquinone glycosides can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, and reddish urine if eaten. Keep away from 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 aloe haworthioides.

What should I do if my cat ate aloe haworthioides?

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 aloe haworthioides toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Aloe Haworthioides is toxic to dogs as well. See the full aloe haworthioides pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to aloe haworthioides?

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 aloe haworthioides pet-safety