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Is Granny Smith apple toxic to cats?

Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists granny smith apple 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. As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh.

What to do if your cat ate granny smith apple

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

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

Is granny smith apple toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is granny smith apple toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists granny smith apple 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. As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats granny smith apple?

As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh. 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 granny smith apple.

What should I do if my cat ate granny smith apple?

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 granny smith apple toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Granny Smith apple is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full granny smith apple pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to granny smith apple?

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 granny smith apple pet-safety