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Is Alpine Campion toxic to cats?

Silene alpestris

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists alpine campion as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Silene alpestris is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. The related Silene acaulis (moss campion) is listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by ASPCA, and no toxic principles are documented for the genus in general horticultural literature. However, in the absence of a species-specific ASPCA listing, this species is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic. Contact a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate alpine campion

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

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

Is alpine campion toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alpine campion toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists alpine campion as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Silene alpestris is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. The related Silene acaulis (moss campion) is listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by ASPCA, and no toxic principles are documented for the genus in general horticultural literature. However, in the absence of a species-specific ASPCA listing, this species is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic. Contact a vet if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alpine campion?

Silene alpestris is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. The related Silene acaulis (moss campion) is listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by ASPCA, and no toxic principles are documented for the genus in general horticultural literature. However, in the absence of a species-specific ASPCA listing, this species is conservatively classified as mildly-toxic. Contact a vet if ingestion is suspected. 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 alpine campion.

What should I do if my cat ate alpine campion?

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 alpine campion toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alpine Campion is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full alpine campion pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to alpine campion?

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 alpine campion pet-safety