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Is Diane's Gold Brunnera toxic to cats?

Brunnera macrophylla 'Diane's Gold'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists diane's gold brunnera 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brunnera belongs to the borage family (Boraginaceae), which can contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, so ingestion may cause stomach upset and should be avoided.

What to do if your cat ate diane's gold brunnera

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

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

Is diane's gold brunnera toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is diane's gold brunnera toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists diane's gold brunnera 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brunnera belongs to the borage family (Boraginaceae), which can contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, so ingestion may cause stomach upset and should be avoided.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats diane's gold brunnera?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Brunnera belongs to the borage family (Boraginaceae), which can contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, so ingestion may cause stomach upset and should be avoided. 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 diane's gold brunnera.

What should I do if my cat ate diane's gold brunnera?

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 diane's gold brunnera toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Diane's Gold Brunnera is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full diane's gold brunnera pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to diane's gold brunnera?

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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