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Is Daylily 'Chorus Line' toxic to cats?

Hemerocallis 'Chorus Line'

Toxic to cats

Yes — daylily 'chorus line' 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. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; ingestion of any plant part — including windblown pollen landing on fur — can cause life-threatening kidney failure in cats. Dogs may show mild gastrointestinal signs. Never plant near areas frequented by cats.

What to do if your cat ate daylily 'chorus line'

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

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

Is daylily 'chorus line' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is daylily 'chorus line' toxic to cats?

Yes — daylily 'chorus line' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; ingestion of any plant part — including windblown pollen landing on fur — can cause life-threatening kidney failure in cats. Dogs may show mild gastrointestinal signs. Never plant near areas frequented by cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats daylily 'chorus line'?

Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; ingestion of any plant part — including windblown pollen landing on fur — can cause life-threatening kidney failure in cats. Dogs may show mild gastrointestinal signs. Never plant near areas frequented by cats. 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 daylily 'chorus line'.

What should I do if my cat ate daylily 'chorus line'?

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 daylily 'chorus line' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Daylily 'Chorus Line' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full daylily 'chorus line' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to daylily 'chorus line'?

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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