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Is Chicago Hardy Fig toxic to cats?

Ficus carica 'Chicago Hardy'

Toxic to cats

Yes — chicago hardy fig 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. Ficus is classed as toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The white latex sap contains ficin and irritant proteolytic enzymes/psoralens, causing mouth and skin irritation, drooling, and vomiting if the leaves or stems are chewed. The ripe fruit is edible to people; the leaves and sap are the concern for pets.

What to do if your cat ate chicago hardy fig

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

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

Is chicago hardy fig toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is chicago hardy fig toxic to cats?

Yes — chicago hardy fig is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Ficus is classed as toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The white latex sap contains ficin and irritant proteolytic enzymes/psoralens, causing mouth and skin irritation, drooling, and vomiting if the leaves or stems are chewed. The ripe fruit is edible to people; the leaves and sap are the concern for pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats chicago hardy fig?

Ficus is classed as toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. The white latex sap contains ficin and irritant proteolytic enzymes/psoralens, causing mouth and skin irritation, drooling, and vomiting if the leaves or stems are chewed. The ripe fruit is edible to people; the leaves and sap are the concern for pets. 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 chicago hardy fig.

What should I do if my cat ate chicago hardy fig?

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 chicago hardy fig toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chicago Hardy Fig is toxic to dogs as well. See the full chicago hardy fig pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to chicago hardy fig?

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 chicago hardy fig pet-safety