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Is Czar Plum toxic to cats?

Prunus domestica 'Czar'

Toxic to cats

Yes — czar plum 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 Plum (Prunus species) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The ripe flesh is not the hazard, but the stems, leaves, roots and the stone (kernel) contain cyanogenic glycosides; wilting foliage and cracked stones can release cyanide when chewed, causing brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, panting and shock. Keep prunings, fallen leaves and stones from pets.

What to do if your cat ate czar plum

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

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

Is czar plum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is czar plum toxic to cats?

Yes — czar plum 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 Plum (Prunus species) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The ripe flesh is not the hazard, but the stems, leaves, roots and the stone (kernel) contain cyanogenic glycosides; wilting foliage and cracked stones can release cyanide when chewed, causing brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, panting and shock. Keep prunings, fallen leaves and stones from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats czar plum?

The ASPCA lists Plum (Prunus species) as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The ripe flesh is not the hazard, but the stems, leaves, roots and the stone (kernel) contain cyanogenic glycosides; wilting foliage and cracked stones can release cyanide when chewed, causing brick-red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, panting and shock. Keep prunings, fallen leaves and stones from 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 czar plum.

What should I do if my cat ate czar plum?

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 czar plum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Czar Plum is toxic to dogs as well. See the full czar plum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to czar plum?

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 czar plum pet-safety