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Is Cotyledon Eliseae toxic to cats?

Cotyledon eliseae

Toxic to cats

Yes — cotyledon eliseae 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. Cotyledon is toxic to cats and dogs. Plants in this genus contain bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides); documented Cotyledon poisoning causes vomiting, diarrhoea and potentially serious cardiac and neurological effects. Although Cotyledon eliseae is not individually itemised, the genus-wide cardiac glycoside content makes it unsafe for pets. Keep away from animals and contact a vet if ingested.

What to do if your cat ate cotyledon eliseae

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

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

Is cotyledon eliseae toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cotyledon eliseae toxic to cats?

Yes — cotyledon eliseae is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Cotyledon is toxic to cats and dogs. Plants in this genus contain bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides); documented Cotyledon poisoning causes vomiting, diarrhoea and potentially serious cardiac and neurological effects. Although Cotyledon eliseae is not individually itemised, the genus-wide cardiac glycoside content makes it unsafe for pets. Keep away from animals and contact a vet if ingested.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cotyledon eliseae?

Cotyledon is toxic to cats and dogs. Plants in this genus contain bufadienolides (cardiac glycosides); documented Cotyledon poisoning causes vomiting, diarrhoea and potentially serious cardiac and neurological effects. Although Cotyledon eliseae is not individually itemised, the genus-wide cardiac glycoside content makes it unsafe for pets. Keep away from animals and contact a vet if ingested. 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 cotyledon eliseae.

What should I do if my cat ate cotyledon eliseae?

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 cotyledon eliseae toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cotyledon Eliseae is toxic to dogs as well. See the full cotyledon eliseae pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cotyledon eliseae?

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 cotyledon eliseae pet-safety