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Is Daylily 'Joan Senior' toxic to cats?

Hemerocallis 'Joan Senior'

Toxic to cats

Yes — daylily 'joan senior' 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; all plant parts including pollen can cause acute kidney failure that is frequently fatal in cats. The evergreen habit means leaves are accessible to cats year-round in mild climates, increasing the risk. Do not grow where cats have access.

What to do if your cat ate daylily 'joan senior'

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

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

Is daylily 'joan senior' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is daylily 'joan senior' toxic to cats?

Yes — daylily 'joan senior' 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; all plant parts including pollen can cause acute kidney failure that is frequently fatal in cats. The evergreen habit means leaves are accessible to cats year-round in mild climates, increasing the risk. Do not grow where cats have access.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats daylily 'joan senior'?

Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; all plant parts including pollen can cause acute kidney failure that is frequently fatal in cats. The evergreen habit means leaves are accessible to cats year-round in mild climates, increasing the risk. Do not grow where cats have access. 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 'joan senior'.

What should I do if my cat ate daylily 'joan senior'?

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 'joan senior' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Daylily 'Joan Senior' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full daylily 'joan senior' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to daylily 'joan senior'?

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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