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Is Colocasia Nancy's Revenge toxic to cats?

Colocasia esculenta 'Nancy's Revenge'

Toxic to cats

Yes — colocasia nancy's revenge 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 lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What to do if your cat ate colocasia nancy's revenge

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move colocasia nancy's revenge 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 colocasia nancy's revenge to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to cats?

Yes — colocasia nancy's revenge is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats colocasia nancy's revenge?

ASPCA lists Colocasia (elephant ear / taro) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxin is insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing causes oral pain, heavy drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing, with rare airway swelling. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling. 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 colocasia nancy's revenge.

What should I do if my cat ate colocasia nancy's revenge?

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 colocasia nancy's revenge toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Colocasia Nancy's Revenge is toxic to dogs as well. See the full colocasia nancy's revenge pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to colocasia nancy's revenge?

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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