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Is Masterwort 'Venice' toxic to cats?

Astrantia major

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists masterwort 'venice' 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. Astrantia major is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a member of Apiaceae, caution is warranted, although Astrantia is not known to be highly toxic. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from ingesting the plant.

What to do if your cat ate masterwort 'venice'

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

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

Is masterwort 'venice' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is masterwort 'venice' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists masterwort 'venice' 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. Astrantia major is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a member of Apiaceae, caution is warranted, although Astrantia is not known to be highly toxic. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from ingesting the plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats masterwort 'venice'?

Astrantia major is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a member of Apiaceae, caution is warranted, although Astrantia is not known to be highly toxic. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from ingesting the 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 masterwort 'venice'.

What should I do if my cat ate masterwort 'venice'?

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 masterwort 'venice' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Masterwort 'Venice' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full masterwort 'venice' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to masterwort 'venice'?

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 masterwort 'venice' pet-safety