Is 'French Breakfast' Radish toxic to cats?

No — 'french breakfast' radish 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. Cultivated radish (Raphanus sativus) is non-toxic to cats and dogs and is not listed as toxic by the ASPCA. The ASPCA's 'Wild Radish' listing refers to a different species (Raphanus raphanistrum) toxic only to horses. The peppery root and leaves may cause mild gas or stomach upset, so feed pets sparingly.

Yes — the ASPCA lists 'french breakfast' radish 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.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'French Breakfast' Radish is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full 'french breakfast' radish pet-safety guide for both species.

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.