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Is Creeping Blue Blossom toxic to cats?

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping blue blossom 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 thyrsiflorus var. repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Ceanothus species it may contain compounds that affect coagulation enzymes if ingested in large amounts. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; avoid allowing pets to graze on the foliage.

What to do if your cat ate creeping blue blossom

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

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

Is creeping blue blossom toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is creeping blue blossom toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping blue blossom 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 thyrsiflorus var. repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Ceanothus species it may contain compounds that affect coagulation enzymes if ingested in large amounts. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; avoid allowing pets to graze on the foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats creeping blue blossom?

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As a Ceanothus species it may contain compounds that affect coagulation enzymes if ingested in large amounts. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; avoid allowing pets to graze on the foliage. 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 creeping blue blossom.

What should I do if my cat ate creeping blue blossom?

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 creeping blue blossom toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Creeping Blue Blossom is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full creeping blue blossom pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to creeping blue blossom?

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 creeping blue blossom pet-safety