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Is Dahlia 'Ginger Snap' toxic to cats?

Dahlia 'Ginger Snap'

Toxic to cats

Yes — dahlia 'ginger snap' 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 Dahlia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is unknown, but ingestion of any part, including the tubers, can cause mild gastrointestinal signs and mild dermatitis. Keep plants and stored tubers out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate dahlia 'ginger snap'

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

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

Is dahlia 'ginger snap' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dahlia 'ginger snap' toxic to cats?

Yes — dahlia 'ginger snap' 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 Dahlia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is unknown, but ingestion of any part, including the tubers, can cause mild gastrointestinal signs and mild dermatitis. Keep plants and stored tubers out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dahlia 'ginger snap'?

The ASPCA lists Dahlia as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principle is unknown, but ingestion of any part, including the tubers, can cause mild gastrointestinal signs and mild dermatitis. Keep plants and stored tubers 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 dahlia 'ginger snap'.

What should I do if my cat ate dahlia 'ginger snap'?

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 dahlia 'ginger snap' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dahlia 'Ginger Snap' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full dahlia 'ginger snap' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dahlia 'ginger snap'?

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 dahlia 'ginger snap' pet-safety