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Is Eureka Lemon toxic to cats?

Citrus limon 'Eureka'

Toxic to cats

Yes — eureka lemon 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 lists lemon (Citrus limon) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the leaves, peel and stems. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, and photosensitive dermatitis; the ripe flesh is less harmful but the plant material should be kept away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate eureka lemon

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

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

Is eureka lemon toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is eureka lemon toxic to cats?

Yes — eureka lemon is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists lemon (Citrus limon) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the leaves, peel and stems. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, and photosensitive dermatitis; the ripe flesh is less harmful but the plant material should be kept away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats eureka lemon?

The ASPCA lists lemon (Citrus limon) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the leaves, peel and stems. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, and photosensitive dermatitis; the ripe flesh is less harmful but the plant material should be kept 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 eureka lemon.

What should I do if my cat ate eureka lemon?

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 eureka lemon toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Eureka Lemon is toxic to dogs as well. See the full eureka lemon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to eureka lemon?

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 eureka lemon pet-safety