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Is David viburnum toxic to cats?

Viburnum davidii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists david viburnum 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. Viburnum species are not individually listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the berries of many viburnums can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea) if ingested in quantity by dogs or cats. The genus is generally considered low-toxicity but not confirmed pet-safe; exercise caution.

What to do if your cat ate david viburnum

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

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

Is david viburnum toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is david viburnum toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists david viburnum 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. Viburnum species are not individually listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the berries of many viburnums can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea) if ingested in quantity by dogs or cats. The genus is generally considered low-toxicity but not confirmed pet-safe; exercise caution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats david viburnum?

Viburnum species are not individually listed as toxic by ASPCA, but the berries of many viburnums can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea) if ingested in quantity by dogs or cats. The genus is generally considered low-toxicity but not confirmed pet-safe; exercise caution. 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 david viburnum.

What should I do if my cat ate david viburnum?

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 david viburnum toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: David viburnum is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full david viburnum pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to david viburnum?

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 david viburnum pet-safety