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Is Bocking 14 Comfrey toxic to cats?

Symphytum x uplandicum 'Bocking 14'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bocking 14 comfrey 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. Not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so its pet status is not formally established; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a Symphytum, Bocking 14 contains hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver if ingested by pets; signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Despite being a useful garden plant, do not treat it as pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate bocking 14 comfrey

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move bocking 14 comfrey 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 bocking 14 comfrey to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten bocking 14 comfrey, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is bocking 14 comfrey toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is bocking 14 comfrey toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists bocking 14 comfrey 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. Not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so its pet status is not formally established; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a Symphytum, Bocking 14 contains hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver if ingested by pets; signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Despite being a useful garden plant, do not treat it as pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats bocking 14 comfrey?

Not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so its pet status is not formally established; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a Symphytum, Bocking 14 contains hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver if ingested by pets; signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Despite being a useful garden plant, do not treat it as pet-safe. 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 bocking 14 comfrey.

What should I do if my cat ate bocking 14 comfrey?

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 bocking 14 comfrey toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Bocking 14 Comfrey is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full bocking 14 comfrey pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to bocking 14 comfrey?

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 bocking 14 comfrey pet-safety