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Is Caladium Strawberry Star toxic to cats?

Caladium 'Strawberry Star'

Toxic to cats

Yes — caladium strawberry star 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. ASPCA lists Caladium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, intense drooling, vomiting, and swelling that can make swallowing difficult. Keep all parts, including dormant tubers, out of pets' reach.

What to do if your cat ate caladium strawberry star

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

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

Is caladium strawberry star toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is caladium strawberry star toxic to cats?

Yes — caladium strawberry star is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Caladium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, intense drooling, vomiting, and swelling that can make swallowing difficult. Keep all parts, including dormant tubers, out of pets' reach.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats caladium strawberry star?

ASPCA lists Caladium as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, intense drooling, vomiting, and swelling that can make swallowing difficult. Keep all parts, including dormant tubers, out of pets' reach. 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 caladium strawberry star.

What should I do if my cat ate caladium strawberry star?

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 caladium strawberry star toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Caladium Strawberry Star is toxic to dogs as well. See the full caladium strawberry star pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to caladium strawberry star?

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 caladium strawberry star pet-safety