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Is Chrysanthemum 'Cheryl Pride' toxic to cats?

Chrysanthemum 'Cheryl Pride'

Toxic to cats

Yes — chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' 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. The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, dermatitis, and incoordination. Pets should not have access to flowers or foliage.

What to do if your cat ate chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride'

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

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

Is chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' toxic to cats?

Yes — chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, dermatitis, and incoordination. Pets should not have access to flowers or foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride'?

The ASPCA lists Chrysanthemum as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain pyrethrins and sesquiterpene lactones that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, dermatitis, and incoordination. Pets should not have access to flowers or 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 chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride'.

What should I do if my cat ate chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride'?

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 chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Chrysanthemum 'Cheryl Pride' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to chrysanthemum 'cheryl pride'?

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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