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Is Dressler's Anthurium toxic to cats?

Anthurium dressleri

Toxic to cats

Yes — dressler's anthurium 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 (and horses) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. A. dressleri is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but as a true Anthurium aroid it carries the same toxic principle, so treat it as toxic and keep it away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate dressler's anthurium

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

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

Is dressler's anthurium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dressler's anthurium toxic to cats?

Yes — dressler's anthurium 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 (and horses) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. A. dressleri is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but as a true Anthurium aroid it carries the same toxic principle, so treat it as toxic and keep it away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dressler's anthurium?

The ASPCA lists Anthurium as toxic to cats and dogs (and horses) due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral burning, drooling, mouth swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. A. dressleri is not individually named on the ASPCA database, but as a true Anthurium aroid it carries the same toxic principle, so treat it as toxic and keep it away from 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 dressler's anthurium.

What should I do if my cat ate dressler's anthurium?

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 dressler's anthurium toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to dressler's anthurium?

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 dressler's anthurium pet-safety