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Is Bethencourt's Aichryson toxic to cats?

Aichryson bethencourtianum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bethencourt's aichryson 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. Aichryson is not individually listed by ASPCA. It belongs to Crassulaceae, a family that includes both toxic genera (Crassula/jade, Kalanchoe, Cotyledon) and non-toxic genera (Echeveria, Sedum). No specific toxic principle has been documented for Aichryson, but given the family context and the absence of a confirmed non-toxic listing, caution is advised. Keep away from pets and children until individual confirmation is available.

What to do if your cat ate bethencourt's aichryson

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

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

Is bethencourt's aichryson toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bethencourt's aichryson toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bethencourt's aichryson 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. Aichryson is not individually listed by ASPCA. It belongs to Crassulaceae, a family that includes both toxic genera (Crassula/jade, Kalanchoe, Cotyledon) and non-toxic genera (Echeveria, Sedum). No specific toxic principle has been documented for Aichryson, but given the family context and the absence of a confirmed non-toxic listing, caution is advised. Keep away from pets and children until individual confirmation is available.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bethencourt's aichryson?

Aichryson is not individually listed by ASPCA. It belongs to Crassulaceae, a family that includes both toxic genera (Crassula/jade, Kalanchoe, Cotyledon) and non-toxic genera (Echeveria, Sedum). No specific toxic principle has been documented for Aichryson, but given the family context and the absence of a confirmed non-toxic listing, caution is advised. Keep away from pets and children until individual confirmation is available. 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 bethencourt's aichryson.

What should I do if my cat ate bethencourt's aichryson?

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 bethencourt's aichryson toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bethencourt's Aichryson is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full bethencourt's aichryson pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to bethencourt's aichryson?

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.

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