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Is Burgundy Glow Bugle toxic to cats?

Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists burgundy glow bugle 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. Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with the species, ingestion of plant material by dogs or cats may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation due to iridoid glycoside content. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from grazing on the foliage.

What to do if your cat ate burgundy glow bugle

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

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

Is burgundy glow bugle toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is burgundy glow bugle toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists burgundy glow bugle 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. Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with the species, ingestion of plant material by dogs or cats may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation due to iridoid glycoside content. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from grazing on the foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats burgundy glow bugle?

Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' is not individually listed by ASPCA. As with the species, ingestion of plant material by dogs or cats may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation due to iridoid glycoside content. Treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from grazing on the foliage. 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 burgundy glow bugle.

What should I do if my cat ate burgundy glow bugle?

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 burgundy glow bugle toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Burgundy Glow Bugle is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full burgundy glow bugle pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to burgundy glow bugle?

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 burgundy glow bugle pet-safety