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Is Clivia 'Doris Joy' toxic to cats?

Clivia miniata 'Doris Joy'

Toxic to cats

Yes — clivia 'doris joy' 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 (Clivia / Kaffir Lily, family Amaryllidaceae). The toxic principle is lycorine and related alkaloids, highest in the bulb-like base; signs include drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea, with tremors and heart-rhythm effects after large ingestions. Keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate clivia 'doris joy'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move clivia 'doris joy' 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 clivia 'doris joy' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is clivia 'doris joy' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is clivia 'doris joy' toxic to cats?

Yes — clivia 'doris joy' 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 (Clivia / Kaffir Lily, family Amaryllidaceae). The toxic principle is lycorine and related alkaloids, highest in the bulb-like base; signs include drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea, with tremors and heart-rhythm effects after large ingestions. Keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats clivia 'doris joy'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Clivia / Kaffir Lily, family Amaryllidaceae). The toxic principle is lycorine and related alkaloids, highest in the bulb-like base; signs include drooling, vomiting and diarrhoea, with tremors and heart-rhythm effects after large ingestions. Keep away from 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 clivia 'doris joy'.

What should I do if my cat ate clivia 'doris joy'?

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 clivia 'doris joy' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Clivia 'Doris Joy' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full clivia 'doris joy' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to clivia 'doris joy'?

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 clivia 'doris joy' pet-safety