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Is Anthurium Chamberlainii toxic to cats?

Anthurium chamberlainii

Toxic to cats

Yes — anthurium chamberlainii 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. The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing the leaves causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate anthurium chamberlainii

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

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

Is anthurium chamberlainii toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is anthurium chamberlainii toxic to cats?

Yes — anthurium chamberlainii is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing the leaves causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats anthurium chamberlainii?

The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; biting or chewing the leaves causes oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and trouble swallowing. Keep it away from pets and children. 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 chamberlainii.

What should I do if my cat ate anthurium chamberlainii?

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 chamberlainii toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Anthurium Chamberlainii is toxic to dogs as well. See the full anthurium chamberlainii pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to anthurium chamberlainii?

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 chamberlainii pet-safety