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Is Itoh Peony 'Bartzella' toxic to cats?

Paeonia 'Bartzella'

Toxic to cats

Yes — itoh peony 'bartzella' 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. ASPCA lists peony (Paeonia) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; Itoh hybrids are Paeonia and fall under the same listing. The toxin paeonol is present throughout the plant and may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if eaten.

What to do if your cat ate itoh peony 'bartzella'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move itoh peony 'bartzella' 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of itoh peony 'bartzella' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten itoh peony 'bartzella', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is itoh peony 'bartzella' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is itoh peony 'bartzella' toxic to cats?

Yes — itoh peony 'bartzella' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists peony (Paeonia) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; Itoh hybrids are Paeonia and fall under the same listing. The toxin paeonol is present throughout the plant and may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats itoh peony 'bartzella'?

ASPCA lists peony (Paeonia) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; Itoh hybrids are Paeonia and fall under the same listing. The toxin paeonol is present throughout the plant and may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression if eaten. 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 itoh peony 'bartzella'.

What should I do if my cat ate itoh peony 'bartzella'?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is itoh peony 'bartzella' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Itoh Peony 'Bartzella' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full itoh peony 'bartzella' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to itoh peony 'bartzella'?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your cat.

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