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Is Crimson and Gold quince toxic to cats?

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Crimson and Gold'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists crimson and gold quince 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. Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent.

What to do if your cat ate crimson and gold quince

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

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

Is crimson and gold quince toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is crimson and gold quince toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists crimson and gold quince 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. Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats crimson and gold quince?

Chaenomeles seeds contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside found across the Rosaceae family. Cooked fruit is edible; raw seeds should not be eaten by pets or humans. ASPCA does not list this species individually; treat as mildly toxic based on seed content and family precedent. 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 crimson and gold quince.

What should I do if my cat ate crimson and gold quince?

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 crimson and gold quince toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Crimson and Gold quince is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full crimson and gold quince pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to crimson and gold quince?

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 crimson and gold quince pet-safety