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Is Etruscan honeysuckle toxic to cats?

Lonicera etrusca

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists etruscan honeysuckle 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. Lonicera species berries can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if consumed in quantity. The ASPCA notes Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) berries as a GI irritant. Lonicera etrusca is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but shares the same genus; its berries should be treated with similar caution. Not considered severely toxic.

What to do if your cat ate etruscan honeysuckle

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

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

Is etruscan honeysuckle toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is etruscan honeysuckle toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists etruscan honeysuckle 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. Lonicera species berries can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if consumed in quantity. The ASPCA notes Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) berries as a GI irritant. Lonicera etrusca is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but shares the same genus; its berries should be treated with similar caution. Not considered severely toxic.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats etruscan honeysuckle?

Lonicera species berries can cause mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) in dogs and cats if consumed in quantity. The ASPCA notes Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) berries as a GI irritant. Lonicera etrusca is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but shares the same genus; its berries should be treated with similar caution. Not considered severely toxic. 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 etruscan honeysuckle.

What should I do if my cat ate etruscan honeysuckle?

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 etruscan honeysuckle toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Etruscan honeysuckle is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full etruscan honeysuckle pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to etruscan honeysuckle?

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 etruscan honeysuckle pet-safety