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Is Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin toxic to cats?

Epipremnum aureum 'Harlequin'

Toxic to cats

Yes — epipremnum aureum harlequin 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 lists pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate epipremnum aureum harlequin

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move epipremnum aureum harlequin 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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of epipremnum aureum harlequin to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten epipremnum aureum harlequin, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is epipremnum aureum harlequin toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is epipremnum aureum harlequin toxic to cats?

Yes — epipremnum aureum harlequin is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats epipremnum aureum harlequin?

ASPCA lists pothos (Epipremnum aureum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause oral irritation, intense burning, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing if chewed. 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 epipremnum aureum harlequin.

What should I do if my cat ate epipremnum aureum harlequin?

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 in the US, or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000 in the UK and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is epipremnum aureum harlequin toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin is toxic to dogs as well. See the full epipremnum aureum harlequin pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to epipremnum aureum harlequin?

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.

Type any plant to see what the ASPCA says about it and your cat.

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