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Is Castlewellan Cypress toxic to cats?

x Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Castlewellan'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists castlewellan cypress 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. Leyland Cypress foliage is generally considered of low toxicity but can cause skin irritation and mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. Monitor pets around hedges as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate castlewellan cypress

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

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

Is castlewellan cypress toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is castlewellan cypress toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists castlewellan cypress 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. Leyland Cypress foliage is generally considered of low toxicity but can cause skin irritation and mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. Monitor pets around hedges as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats castlewellan cypress?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA. Leyland Cypress foliage is generally considered of low toxicity but can cause skin irritation and mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. Monitor pets around hedges as a precaution. 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 castlewellan cypress.

What should I do if my cat ate castlewellan cypress?

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 castlewellan cypress toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Castlewellan Cypress is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full castlewellan cypress pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to castlewellan cypress?

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 castlewellan cypress pet-safety