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Is Dracaena Deremensis Dorado toxic to cats?

Dracaena deremensis 'Dorado'

Toxic to cats

Yes — dracaena deremensis dorado 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. ASPCA classifies the Dracaena genus, including deremensis types, as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate dracaena deremensis dorado

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

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

Is dracaena deremensis dorado toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dracaena deremensis dorado toxic to cats?

Yes — dracaena deremensis dorado is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA classifies the Dracaena genus, including deremensis types, as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dracaena deremensis dorado?

ASPCA classifies the Dracaena genus, including deremensis types, as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principle is saponins; ingestion can cause vomiting (sometimes with blood), hypersalivation, depression, inappetence 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 deremensis dorado.

What should I do if my cat ate dracaena deremensis dorado?

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 deremensis dorado toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to dracaena deremensis dorado?

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 deremensis dorado pet-safety