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Is Cotyledon Tomentosa 'Bear Paw' toxic to cats?

Cotyledon tomentosa subsp. ladismithensis 'Bear Paw'

Toxic to cats

Yes — cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw' 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 genus Cotyledon contains cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides, including cotyledontoxin); ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, weakness and, in serious cases, life-threatening heart arrhythmias. While not individually itemised on the ASPCA list, Cotyledon's bufadienolide toxicity is well documented — keep it out of reach of pets and contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw'

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

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

Is cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw' toxic to cats?

Yes — cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw' 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 genus Cotyledon contains cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides, including cotyledontoxin); ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, weakness and, in serious cases, life-threatening heart arrhythmias. While not individually itemised on the ASPCA list, Cotyledon's bufadienolide toxicity is well documented — keep it out of reach of pets and contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The genus Cotyledon contains cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides, including cotyledontoxin); ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, weakness and, in serious cases, life-threatening heart arrhythmias. While not individually itemised on the ASPCA list, Cotyledon's bufadienolide toxicity is well documented — keep it out of reach of pets and contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected. 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 tomentosa 'bear paw'.

What should I do if my cat ate cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw'?

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 tomentosa 'bear paw' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cotyledon Tomentosa 'Bear Paw' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cotyledon tomentosa 'bear paw'?

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 tomentosa 'bear paw' pet-safety