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Is Dracaena Aletriformis toxic to cats?

Dracaena aletriformis

Toxic to cats

Yes — dracaena aletriformis 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists the genus Dracaena as toxic, the toxic principle being saponins. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, drooling, loss of appetite, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate dracaena aletriformis

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

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

Is dracaena aletriformis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dracaena aletriformis toxic to cats?

Yes — dracaena aletriformis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists the genus Dracaena as toxic, the toxic principle being saponins. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, drooling, loss of appetite, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dracaena aletriformis?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists the genus Dracaena as toxic, the toxic principle being saponins. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, drooling, loss of appetite, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 dracaena aletriformis.

What should I do if my cat ate dracaena aletriformis?

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 dracaena aletriformis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dracaena Aletriformis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full dracaena aletriformis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dracaena aletriformis?

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 dracaena aletriformis pet-safety