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Is Contrayerba toxic to cats?

Dorstenia contrajerva

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists contrayerba 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. Dorstenia (family Moraceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus produces latex-containing sap typical of Moraceae; skin and mucous-membrane irritation is possible. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution and keep away from pets and children who may chew the foliage.

What to do if your cat ate contrayerba

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

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

Is contrayerba toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is contrayerba toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists contrayerba 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. Dorstenia (family Moraceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus produces latex-containing sap typical of Moraceae; skin and mucous-membrane irritation is possible. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution and keep away from pets and children who may chew the foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats contrayerba?

Dorstenia (family Moraceae) is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus produces latex-containing sap typical of Moraceae; skin and mucous-membrane irritation is possible. Treat as mildly toxic out of caution and keep away from pets and children who may chew the 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 contrayerba.

What should I do if my cat ate contrayerba?

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 contrayerba toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Contrayerba is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full contrayerba pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to contrayerba?

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 contrayerba pet-safety