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Is American Parsley Fern toxic to cats?

Cryptogramma acrostichoides

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists american parsley fern 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. Cryptogramma acrostichoides is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, and no peer-reviewed studies document toxicity to cats or dogs. In the absence of confirmed ASPCA non-toxic status, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. No specific toxic compound has been identified. Consult a veterinarian if a pet ingests any part of this plant.

What to do if your cat ate american parsley fern

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

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

Is american parsley fern toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is american parsley fern toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists american parsley fern 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. Cryptogramma acrostichoides is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, and no peer-reviewed studies document toxicity to cats or dogs. In the absence of confirmed ASPCA non-toxic status, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. No specific toxic compound has been identified. Consult a veterinarian if a pet ingests any part of this plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats american parsley fern?

Cryptogramma acrostichoides is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, and no peer-reviewed studies document toxicity to cats or dogs. In the absence of confirmed ASPCA non-toxic status, a precautionary mildly-toxic classification is applied. No specific toxic compound has been identified. Consult a veterinarian if a pet ingests any part of this plant. 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 american parsley fern.

What should I do if my cat ate american parsley fern?

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 american parsley fern toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: American Parsley Fern is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full american parsley fern pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to american parsley fern?

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 american parsley fern pet-safety