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Is Discovery Apple toxic to cats?

Malus domestica 'Discovery'

Toxic to cats

Yes — discovery apple 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. The fruit flesh is edible and safe, but the ASPCA lists apple (Malus) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses because the stems, leaves and seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide, particularly when wilting. Significant ingestion can cause brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing and shock; keep pets from chewing prunings and seeds.

What to do if your cat ate discovery apple

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

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

Is discovery apple toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is discovery apple toxic to cats?

Yes — discovery apple is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The fruit flesh is edible and safe, but the ASPCA lists apple (Malus) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses because the stems, leaves and seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide, particularly when wilting. Significant ingestion can cause brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing and shock; keep pets from chewing prunings and seeds.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats discovery apple?

The fruit flesh is edible and safe, but the ASPCA lists apple (Malus) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses because the stems, leaves and seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide, particularly when wilting. Significant ingestion can cause brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing and shock; keep pets from chewing prunings and seeds. 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 discovery apple.

What should I do if my cat ate discovery apple?

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 discovery apple toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Discovery Apple is toxic to dogs as well. See the full discovery apple pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to discovery apple?

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 discovery apple pet-safety