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Is Clematis 'Etoile Violette' toxic to cats?

Clematis 'Etoile Violette'

Toxic to cats

Yes — clematis 'etoile violette' 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (genus Clematis). The irritant glycoside protoanemonin is the toxic principle; ingestion or sap contact causes salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea. Handle with gloves and keep pets away from foliage and prunings.

What to do if your cat ate clematis 'etoile violette'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move clematis 'etoile violette' 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 clematis 'etoile violette' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is clematis 'etoile violette' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is clematis 'etoile violette' toxic to cats?

Yes — clematis 'etoile violette' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (genus Clematis). The irritant glycoside protoanemonin is the toxic principle; ingestion or sap contact causes salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea. Handle with gloves and keep pets away from foliage and prunings.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats clematis 'etoile violette'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (genus Clematis). The irritant glycoside protoanemonin is the toxic principle; ingestion or sap contact causes salivation, vomiting and diarrhoea. Handle with gloves and keep pets away from foliage and prunings. 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 clematis 'etoile violette'.

What should I do if my cat ate clematis 'etoile violette'?

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 clematis 'etoile violette' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Clematis 'Etoile Violette' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full clematis 'etoile violette' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to clematis 'etoile violette'?

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 clematis 'etoile violette' pet-safety