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Is Euphorbia pulvinata toxic to cats?

Euphorbia pulvinata

Toxic to cats

Yes — euphorbia pulvinata 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 dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant milky latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting, and the sap can blister skin and severely irritate eyes. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when handling.

What to do if your cat ate euphorbia pulvinata

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

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

Is euphorbia pulvinata toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is euphorbia pulvinata toxic to cats?

Yes — euphorbia pulvinata 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 dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant milky latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting, and the sap can blister skin and severely irritate eyes. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats euphorbia pulvinata?

The ASPCA classifies Euphorbia as toxic to dogs, cats and horses; the toxic principle is the irritant milky latex sap (diterpene esters). Ingestion or sap contact causes drooling, mouth and gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting, and the sap can blister skin and severely irritate eyes. Keep away from pets and wear gloves when handling. 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 pulvinata.

What should I do if my cat ate euphorbia pulvinata?

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 pulvinata toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to euphorbia pulvinata?

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 pulvinata pet-safety