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Is Corrugated Sage toxic to cats?

Salvia corrugata

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists corrugated sage 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. The Salvia genus is generally listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA (common sage, Salvia officinalis, is listed Non-Toxic to Dogs, Cats, and Horses). However, ingestion of any plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs, so classified here as mildly-toxic as a precaution for this less-documented ornamental species.

What to do if your cat ate corrugated sage

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

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

Is corrugated sage toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is corrugated sage toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists corrugated sage 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. The Salvia genus is generally listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA (common sage, Salvia officinalis, is listed Non-Toxic to Dogs, Cats, and Horses). However, ingestion of any plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs, so classified here as mildly-toxic as a precaution for this less-documented ornamental species.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats corrugated sage?

The Salvia genus is generally listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA (common sage, Salvia officinalis, is listed Non-Toxic to Dogs, Cats, and Horses). However, ingestion of any plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in cats and dogs, so classified here as mildly-toxic as a precaution for this less-documented ornamental species. 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 corrugated sage.

What should I do if my cat ate corrugated sage?

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 corrugated sage toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to corrugated sage?

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 corrugated sage pet-safety