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Is Coral Aloe toxic to cats?

Aloe striata

Toxic to cats

Yes — coral aloe 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones (aloin) as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy, diarrhoea and reddish-coloured urine. As a true Aloe species, coral aloe falls squarely under this ASPCA caution. Contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if a pet eats it.

What to do if your cat ate coral aloe

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

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

Is coral aloe toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is coral aloe toxic to cats?

Yes — coral aloe is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones (aloin) as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy, diarrhoea and reddish-coloured urine. As a true Aloe species, coral aloe falls squarely under this ASPCA caution. Contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if a pet eats it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats coral aloe?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Aloe as toxic, with saponins and anthraquinones (aloin) as the toxic principles; ingestion can cause vomiting, lethargy, diarrhoea and reddish-coloured urine. As a true Aloe species, coral aloe falls squarely under this ASPCA caution. Contact a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if a pet eats it. 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 coral aloe.

What should I do if my cat ate coral aloe?

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 coral aloe toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Coral Aloe is toxic to dogs as well. See the full coral aloe pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to coral aloe?

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 coral aloe pet-safety