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Is Epipremnum Pinnatum Skeleton Key toxic to cats?

Epipremnum pinnatum 'Skeleton Key'

Toxic to cats

Yes — epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key 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. Epipremnum (pothos) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Despite the friendly 'pothos' name, keep this cultivar well out of reach of pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key 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 epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key toxic to cats?

Yes — epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Epipremnum (pothos) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Despite the friendly 'pothos' name, keep this cultivar well out of reach of pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key?

Epipremnum (pothos) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs due to insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth and tongue, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Despite the friendly 'pothos' name, keep this cultivar well out of reach of pets and children. 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 pinnatum skeleton key.

What should I do if my cat ate epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key?

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 epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Epipremnum Pinnatum Skeleton Key is toxic to dogs as well. See the full epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to epipremnum pinnatum skeleton key?

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.

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