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Is Choisya 'White Dazzler' toxic to cats?

Choisya x dewitteana 'White Dazzler'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists choisya 'white dazzler' 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. Choisya is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. As a member of the Rutaceae (citrus family) its foliage and flowers contain aromatic essential oils that can cause gastrointestinal upset; treat as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingested. A pet-safe label cannot be asserted.

What to do if your cat ate choisya 'white dazzler'

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

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

Is choisya 'white dazzler' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is choisya 'white dazzler' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists choisya 'white dazzler' 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. Choisya is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. As a member of the Rutaceae (citrus family) its foliage and flowers contain aromatic essential oils that can cause gastrointestinal upset; treat as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingested. A pet-safe label cannot be asserted.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats choisya 'white dazzler'?

Choisya is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database. As a member of the Rutaceae (citrus family) its foliage and flowers contain aromatic essential oils that can cause gastrointestinal upset; treat as mildly toxic, keep pets from chewing it, and verify with a vet if ingested. A pet-safe label cannot be asserted. 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 choisya 'white dazzler'.

What should I do if my cat ate choisya 'white dazzler'?

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 choisya 'white dazzler' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Choisya 'White Dazzler' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full choisya 'white dazzler' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to choisya 'white dazzler'?

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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