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Is Cranberry 'Stevens' toxic to cats?

Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Stevens'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cranberry 'stevens' 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. Vaccinium macrocarpon and its cultivars are not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so the pet status is unconfirmed; cranberry fruit is an established human food with no systemic toxin, but ingesting plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than labelling it pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate cranberry 'stevens'

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

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

Is cranberry 'stevens' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is cranberry 'stevens' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists cranberry 'stevens' 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. Vaccinium macrocarpon and its cultivars are not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so the pet status is unconfirmed; cranberry fruit is an established human food with no systemic toxin, but ingesting plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than labelling it pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats cranberry 'stevens'?

Vaccinium macrocarpon and its cultivars are not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic/Non-Toxic Plants database, so the pet status is unconfirmed; cranberry fruit is an established human food with no systemic toxin, but ingesting plant material may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs. Treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than labelling it pet-safe. 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 cranberry 'stevens'.

What should I do if my cat ate cranberry 'stevens'?

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 cranberry 'stevens' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Cranberry 'Stevens' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full cranberry 'stevens' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to cranberry 'stevens'?

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 cranberry 'stevens' pet-safety