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Is Dwarf White Cedar toxic to cats?

Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Andelyensis'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists dwarf white cedar 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. Chamaecyparis thyoides is not specifically listed by the ASPCA, but the foliage of Atlantic white cedar contains aromatic oils typical of the cypress family that may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs if ingested. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; veterinary advice should be sought if a pet consumes foliage.

What to do if your cat ate dwarf white cedar

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

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

Is dwarf white cedar toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is dwarf white cedar toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists dwarf white cedar 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. Chamaecyparis thyoides is not specifically listed by the ASPCA, but the foliage of Atlantic white cedar contains aromatic oils typical of the cypress family that may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs if ingested. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; veterinary advice should be sought if a pet consumes foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats dwarf white cedar?

Chamaecyparis thyoides is not specifically listed by the ASPCA, but the foliage of Atlantic white cedar contains aromatic oils typical of the cypress family that may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation in cats and dogs if ingested. Classified as mildly toxic as a precaution; veterinary advice should be sought if a pet consumes foliage. 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 dwarf white cedar.

What should I do if my cat ate dwarf white cedar?

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 dwarf white cedar toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Dwarf White Cedar is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full dwarf white cedar pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to dwarf white cedar?

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 dwarf white cedar pet-safety