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Is Euphorbia columnaris toxic to cats?

Euphorbia columnaris

Toxic to cats

Yes — euphorbia columnaris 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. As a Euphorbia, it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic classification for dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or contact causes drooling, mouth and GI irritation and vomiting, and the milky sap blisters skin and severely irritates eyes. Handle with gloves and keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate euphorbia columnaris

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

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

Is euphorbia columnaris toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is euphorbia columnaris toxic to cats?

Yes — euphorbia columnaris is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a Euphorbia, it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic classification for dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or contact causes drooling, mouth and GI irritation and vomiting, and the milky sap blisters skin and severely irritates eyes. Handle with gloves and keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats euphorbia columnaris?

As a Euphorbia, it is covered by the ASPCA's toxic classification for dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or contact causes drooling, mouth and GI irritation and vomiting, and the milky sap blisters skin and severely irritates eyes. Handle with gloves and keep away from 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 euphorbia columnaris.

What should I do if my cat ate euphorbia columnaris?

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 euphorbia columnaris toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Euphorbia columnaris is toxic to dogs as well. See the full euphorbia columnaris pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to euphorbia columnaris?

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 euphorbia columnaris pet-safety