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Is Cascade Hops toxic to cats?

Humulus lupulus 'Cascade'

Toxic to cats

Yes — cascade hops 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. Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

What to do if your cat ate cascade hops

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

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

Is cascade hops toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cascade hops toxic to cats?

Yes — cascade hops is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cascade hops?

Hops (Humulus lupulus) are toxic, especially to dogs. The ASPCA and its Animal Poison Control Center warn that ingestion of hops — fresh cones, plant material or spent brewing hops — can trigger malignant hyperthermia, a dangerous uncontrolled rise in body temperature. Signs include panting, restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures and potentially death; seek emergency veterinary care immediately. 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 cascade hops.

What should I do if my cat ate cascade hops?

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 cascade hops toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cascade Hops is toxic to dogs as well. See the full cascade hops pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cascade hops?

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 cascade hops pet-safety