Pet safety
Is European Ash toxic to cats?
Fraxinus excelsior
No — european ash is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Fraxinus excelsior is not listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, or horses. The genus has no documented toxic principle. Leaves and keys are not known to cause poisoning in companion animals.
Is european ash toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is european ash toxic to cats?
No — european ash is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Fraxinus excelsior is not listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, or horses. The genus has no documented toxic principle. Leaves and keys are not known to cause poisoning in companion animals.
Is european ash safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists european ash as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is european ash toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: European Ash is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full european ash pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full european ash pet-safety
- Is european ash toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is european ash toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete european ash care guide