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Is Forrest Fir toxic to cats?

Abies forrestii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists forrest fir as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Abies forrestii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As with other Abies (true firs), resin compounds and volatile oils in the needles may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets; keep animals away from fallen needles and cones.

What to do if your cat ate forrest fir

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

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

Is forrest fir toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is forrest fir toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists forrest fir as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Abies forrestii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As with other Abies (true firs), resin compounds and volatile oils in the needles may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets; keep animals away from fallen needles and cones.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats forrest fir?

Abies forrestii is not individually listed by the ASPCA. As with other Abies (true firs), resin compounds and volatile oils in the needles may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by pets; keep animals away from fallen needles and cones. 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 forrest fir.

What should I do if my cat ate forrest fir?

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 forrest fir toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Forrest Fir is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full forrest fir pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to forrest fir?

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 forrest fir pet-safety