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Is Giant Chalk Dudleya toxic to cats?

Dudleya brittonii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant chalk dudleya 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. Dudleya brittonii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Dudleya is in the Crassulaceae family; while most Crassulaceae are mildly toxic (bufadienolide glycosides in some relatives), no confirmed reports of serious poisoning in pets are documented for Dudleya. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate giant chalk dudleya

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

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

Is giant chalk dudleya toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is giant chalk dudleya toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists giant chalk dudleya 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. Dudleya brittonii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Dudleya is in the Crassulaceae family; while most Crassulaceae are mildly toxic (bufadienolide glycosides in some relatives), no confirmed reports of serious poisoning in pets are documented for Dudleya. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats giant chalk dudleya?

Dudleya brittonii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus Dudleya is in the Crassulaceae family; while most Crassulaceae are mildly toxic (bufadienolide glycosides in some relatives), no confirmed reports of serious poisoning in pets are documented for Dudleya. Treat as mildly toxic as a precaution. 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 giant chalk dudleya.

What should I do if my cat ate giant chalk dudleya?

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 giant chalk dudleya toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Giant Chalk Dudleya is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full giant chalk dudleya pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to giant chalk dudleya?

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 giant chalk dudleya pet-safety