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Is Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' toxic to cats?

Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory'

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' 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 Anthurium (Flamingo Flower/Lily) as toxic, the principle being insoluble calcium oxalates (needle-like raphides). Chewing releases the crystals, causing oral pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, intense drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets; contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if ingested.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' 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 anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' 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 Anthurium (Flamingo Flower/Lily) as toxic, the principle being insoluble calcium oxalates (needle-like raphides). Chewing releases the crystals, causing oral pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, intense drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets; contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if ingested.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Anthurium (Flamingo Flower/Lily) as toxic, the principle being insoluble calcium oxalates (needle-like raphides). Chewing releases the crystals, causing oral pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, intense drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep away from pets; contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if ingested. 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 anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'?

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 anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'?

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 anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' pet-safety