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Is Crassula Hemisphaerica toxic to cats?

Crassula hemisphaerica

Toxic to cats

Yes — crassula hemisphaerica 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 genus Crassula is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (e.g. jade plant, Crassula species); ingestion can cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate crassula hemisphaerica

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

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

Is crassula hemisphaerica toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is crassula hemisphaerica toxic to cats?

Yes — crassula hemisphaerica is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The genus Crassula is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (e.g. jade plant, Crassula species); ingestion can cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats crassula hemisphaerica?

The genus Crassula is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (e.g. jade plant, Crassula species); ingestion can cause vomiting, depression, lethargy, and incoordination. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 hemisphaerica.

What should I do if my cat ate crassula hemisphaerica?

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 hemisphaerica toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to crassula hemisphaerica?

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.

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