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Is Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' toxic to cats?

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' 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. This is a cultivar of true Geranium (G. macrorrhizum), a genus the ASPCA does not individually list as toxic or non-toxic. It is easily confused with the ASPCA-listed toxic 'geranium', Pelargonium species (toxic principles geraniol and linalool). Lacking an affirmative ASPCA non-toxic listing, treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' 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 geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' 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 is a cultivar of true Geranium (G. macrorrhizum), a genus the ASPCA does not individually list as toxic or non-toxic. It is easily confused with the ASPCA-listed toxic 'geranium', Pelargonium species (toxic principles geraniol and linalool). Lacking an affirmative ASPCA non-toxic listing, treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety'?

This is a cultivar of true Geranium (G. macrorrhizum), a genus the ASPCA does not individually list as toxic or non-toxic. It is easily confused with the ASPCA-listed toxic 'geranium', Pelargonium species (toxic principles geraniol and linalool). Lacking an affirmative ASPCA non-toxic listing, treat with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming pet-safe. 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 geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety'.

What should I do if my cat ate geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety'?

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 geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to geranium macrorrhizum 'bevan's variety'?

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.

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