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Is Creeping Globularia toxic to cats?

Globularia repens

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping globularia 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. Globularia repens is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Insufficient published data exists to confirm safety for pets. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; consult a vet if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant.

What to do if your cat ate creeping globularia

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

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

Is creeping globularia toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is creeping globularia toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping globularia 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. Globularia repens is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Insufficient published data exists to confirm safety for pets. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; consult a vet if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats creeping globularia?

Globularia repens is not listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database. Insufficient published data exists to confirm safety for pets. Classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution; consult a vet if a cat or dog ingests any part of this plant. 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 creeping globularia.

What should I do if my cat ate creeping globularia?

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 creeping globularia toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Creeping Globularia is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full creeping globularia pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to creeping globularia?

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 creeping globularia pet-safety