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Is Jacqueline Postill Daphne toxic to cats?

Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill'

Toxic to cats

Yes — jacqueline postill daphne 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 Daphne species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts — especially the bark, sap, and berries — contain daphnetoxin and mezerein, which cause severe burning of the mouth and throat, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially fatal internal bleeding. Keep pets and children well away.

What to do if your cat ate jacqueline postill daphne

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

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

Is jacqueline postill daphne toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is jacqueline postill daphne toxic to cats?

Yes — jacqueline postill daphne 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 Daphne species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts — especially the bark, sap, and berries — contain daphnetoxin and mezerein, which cause severe burning of the mouth and throat, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially fatal internal bleeding. Keep pets and children well away.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats jacqueline postill daphne?

The ASPCA lists Daphne species as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All parts — especially the bark, sap, and berries — contain daphnetoxin and mezerein, which cause severe burning of the mouth and throat, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially fatal internal bleeding. Keep pets and children well away. 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 jacqueline postill daphne.

What should I do if my cat ate jacqueline postill daphne?

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 jacqueline postill daphne toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Jacqueline Postill Daphne is toxic to dogs as well. See the full jacqueline postill daphne pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to jacqueline postill daphne?

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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