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Is Trewithen Blue Ceanothus toxic to cats?

Ceanothus arboreus 'Trewithen Blue'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists trewithen blue ceanothus 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. Ceanothus arboreus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Ceanothus contains compounds that may interfere with blood clotting enzymes; ingestion by pets or livestock may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate trewithen blue ceanothus

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

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

Is trewithen blue ceanothus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is trewithen blue ceanothus toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists trewithen blue ceanothus 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. Ceanothus arboreus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Ceanothus contains compounds that may interfere with blood clotting enzymes; ingestion by pets or livestock may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats trewithen blue ceanothus?

Ceanothus arboreus is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Ceanothus contains compounds that may interfere with blood clotting enzymes; ingestion by pets or livestock may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. Classified as mildly-toxic 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 trewithen blue ceanothus.

What should I do if my cat ate trewithen blue ceanothus?

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 trewithen blue ceanothus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Trewithen Blue Ceanothus is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full trewithen blue ceanothus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to trewithen blue ceanothus?

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.

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