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Is Euphorbia cooperi toxic to cats?

Euphorbia cooperi

Toxic to cats

Yes — euphorbia cooperi 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 classed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with irritant latex sap (diterpene esters) as the toxic principle. Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting; this species has especially caustic latex that can severely blister skin and damage eyes. Handle with gloves and eye protection and keep well away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate euphorbia cooperi

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

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

Is euphorbia cooperi toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is euphorbia cooperi toxic to cats?

Yes — euphorbia cooperi 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 classed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with irritant latex sap (diterpene esters) as the toxic principle. Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting; this species has especially caustic latex that can severely blister skin and damage eyes. Handle with gloves and eye protection and keep well away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats euphorbia cooperi?

As a Euphorbia, it is classed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats and horses, with irritant latex sap (diterpene esters) as the toxic principle. Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting; this species has especially caustic latex that can severely blister skin and damage eyes. Handle with gloves and eye protection and keep well 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 cooperi.

What should I do if my cat ate euphorbia cooperi?

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 cooperi toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to euphorbia cooperi?

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 cooperi pet-safety