Pet safety
Is Bigcone Douglas Fir toxic to cats?
Pseudotsuga macrocarpa
No — bigcone douglas fir is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Pseudotsuga (Douglas fir) species are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The genus has no documented toxic principle to dogs or cats; the large cones and needles are not considered a poisoning hazard.
Is bigcone douglas fir toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is bigcone douglas fir toxic to cats?
No — bigcone douglas fir is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Pseudotsuga (Douglas fir) species are not listed as toxic by ASPCA. The genus has no documented toxic principle to dogs or cats; the large cones and needles are not considered a poisoning hazard.
Is bigcone douglas fir safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists bigcone douglas fir as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is bigcone douglas fir toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bigcone Douglas Fir is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full bigcone douglas fir pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full bigcone douglas fir pet-safety
- Is bigcone douglas fir toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is bigcone douglas fir toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete bigcone douglas fir care guide