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Is Aloe 'Pink Blush' toxic to cats?

Aloe 'Pink Blush'

Toxic to cats

Yes — aloe 'pink blush' 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. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy and diarrhoea. As an Aloe hybrid, 'Pink Blush' inherits this stance. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate aloe 'pink blush'

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

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

Is aloe 'pink blush' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is aloe 'pink blush' toxic to cats?

Yes — aloe 'pink blush' 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. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy and diarrhoea. As an Aloe hybrid, 'Pink Blush' inherits this stance. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats aloe 'pink blush'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy and diarrhoea. As an Aloe hybrid, 'Pink Blush' inherits this stance. Keep out of reach of 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 'pink blush'.

What should I do if my cat ate aloe 'pink blush'?

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 'pink blush' toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to aloe 'pink blush'?

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 'pink blush' pet-safety