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Is Campsis grandiflora toxic to cats?

Campsis grandiflora

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists campsis grandiflora 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 by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As with other Campsis species, the sap can irritate skin and ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset, so wear gloves when pruning and keep pets and children from chewing plant parts.

What to do if your cat ate campsis grandiflora

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

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

Is campsis grandiflora toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is campsis grandiflora toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists campsis grandiflora 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 by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As with other Campsis species, the sap can irritate skin and ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset, so wear gloves when pruning and keep pets and children from chewing plant parts.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats campsis grandiflora?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As with other Campsis species, the sap can irritate skin and ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset, so wear gloves when pruning and keep pets and children from chewing plant parts. 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 campsis grandiflora.

What should I do if my cat ate campsis grandiflora?

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 campsis grandiflora toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Campsis grandiflora is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full campsis grandiflora pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to campsis grandiflora?

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 campsis grandiflora pet-safety