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Is Euphorbia horrida toxic to cats?

Euphorbia horrida

Toxic to cats

Yes — euphorbia horrida 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. The ASPCA classifies Euphorbia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is the irritant milky sap (latex), causing irritation of the mouth, gut, skin and eyes with drooling and vomiting. Handle with gloves and site out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate euphorbia horrida

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

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

Is euphorbia horrida toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is euphorbia horrida toxic to cats?

Yes — euphorbia horrida is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Euphorbia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is the irritant milky sap (latex), causing irritation of the mouth, gut, skin and eyes with drooling and vomiting. Handle with gloves and site out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats euphorbia horrida?

The ASPCA classifies Euphorbia as toxic to cats and dogs; the toxic principle is the irritant milky sap (latex), causing irritation of the mouth, gut, skin and eyes with drooling and vomiting. Handle with gloves and site 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 euphorbia horrida.

What should I do if my cat ate euphorbia horrida?

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 horrida toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to euphorbia horrida?

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 horrida pet-safety