Pet safety
Is Begonia U-377 toxic to cats?
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Yes — begonia u-377 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, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle and the highest concentration in the rhizomes/tubers. Chewing causes oral irritation, drooling and vomiting. Treat this species, like all begonias, as unsafe around pets.
What to do if your cat ate begonia u-377
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move begonia u-377 out of reach.
- Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
- Bring a leaf or photo of begonia u-377 to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.
General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten begonia u-377, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.
Is begonia u-377 toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is begonia u-377 toxic to cats?
Yes — begonia u-377 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, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle and the highest concentration in the rhizomes/tubers. Chewing causes oral irritation, drooling and vomiting. Treat this species, like all begonias, as unsafe around pets.
What are the symptoms if a cat eats begonia u-377?
The ASPCA lists Begonia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, with soluble calcium oxalates as the toxic principle and the highest concentration in the rhizomes/tubers. Chewing causes oral irritation, drooling and vomiting. Treat this species, like all begonias, as unsafe around 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 begonia u-377.
What should I do if my cat ate begonia u-377?
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 u-377 toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Begonia U-377 is toxic to dogs as well. See the full begonia u-377 pet-safety guide for both species.
What is a cat-safe alternative to begonia u-377?
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 u-377 pet-safety
- Is begonia u-377 toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is begonia u-377 toxic to dogs?
- My cat ate begonia u-377 — emergency steps
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete begonia u-377 care guide