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Is Darwin's Slipper toxic to cats?

Calceolaria uniflora

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists darwin's slipper 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. Calceolaria uniflora is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database, and no published toxicological studies exist for this species. It is classified here as mildly-toxic as a conservative precaution. Contact a veterinarian if a pet is suspected of ingesting any part of the plant.

What to do if your cat ate darwin's slipper

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

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

Is darwin's slipper toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is darwin's slipper toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists darwin's slipper 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. Calceolaria uniflora is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database, and no published toxicological studies exist for this species. It is classified here as mildly-toxic as a conservative precaution. Contact a veterinarian if a pet is suspected of ingesting any part of the plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats darwin's slipper?

Calceolaria uniflora is not individually listed in the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant Database, and no published toxicological studies exist for this species. It is classified here as mildly-toxic as a conservative precaution. Contact a veterinarian if a pet is suspected of ingesting any part of the 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 darwin's slipper.

What should I do if my cat ate darwin's slipper?

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 darwin's slipper toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Darwin's Slipper is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full darwin's slipper pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to darwin's slipper?

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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