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Is Hairy-leaf Tylecodon toxic to cats?

Tylecodon hirtifolius

Toxic to cats

Yes — hairy-leaf tylecodon is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling.

What to do if your cat ate hairy-leaf tylecodon

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move hairy-leaf tylecodon 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 hairy-leaf tylecodon to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to cats?

Yes — hairy-leaf tylecodon is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hairy-leaf tylecodon?

All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling. 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 hairy-leaf tylecodon.

What should I do if my cat ate hairy-leaf tylecodon?

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 hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hairy-leaf Tylecodon is toxic to dogs as well. See the full hairy-leaf tylecodon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hairy-leaf tylecodon?

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 hairy-leaf tylecodon pet-safety