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Is Crassula Capitella toxic to cats?

Crassula capitella

Toxic to cats

Yes — crassula capitella 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. The ASPCA lists Crassula (jade plant) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this genus member is treated the same; ingestion can cause vomiting, depression and incoordination. Keep red pagoda away from pets and call a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if chewing occurs.

What to do if your cat ate crassula capitella

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

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

Is crassula capitella toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is crassula capitella toxic to cats?

Yes — crassula capitella is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Crassula (jade plant) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this genus member is treated the same; ingestion can cause vomiting, depression and incoordination. Keep red pagoda away from pets and call a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if chewing occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats crassula capitella?

The ASPCA lists Crassula (jade plant) as toxic to cats and dogs, and this genus member is treated the same; ingestion can cause vomiting, depression and incoordination. Keep red pagoda away from pets and call a vet or ASPCA Poison Control if chewing occurs. 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 crassula capitella.

What should I do if my cat ate crassula capitella?

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 crassula capitella toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Crassula Capitella is toxic to dogs as well. See the full crassula capitella pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to crassula capitella?

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 crassula capitella pet-safety