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Is Begonia 'Tom Ment' toxic to cats?

Begonia 'Tom Ment'

Toxic to cats

Yes — begonia 'tom ment' 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 Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizome, are the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause mouth burning, drooling, and vomiting. Keep this cultivar away from pets and contact a vet if any part is chewed.

What to do if your cat ate begonia 'tom ment'

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

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

Is begonia 'tom ment' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is begonia 'tom ment' toxic to cats?

Yes — begonia 'tom ment' 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 Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizome, are the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause mouth burning, drooling, and vomiting. Keep this cultivar away from pets and contact a vet if any part is chewed.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats begonia 'tom ment'?

The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground rhizome, are the toxic principle. Ingestion can cause mouth burning, drooling, and vomiting. Keep this cultivar away from pets and contact a vet if any part is chewed. 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 begonia 'tom ment'.

What should I do if my cat ate begonia 'tom ment'?

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 begonia 'tom ment' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia 'Tom Ment' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full begonia 'tom ment' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to begonia 'tom ment'?

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 begonia 'tom ment' pet-safety