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Is Hazel 'Red Filbert' toxic to cats?

Corylus avellana 'Purpurea'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hazel 'red filbert' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate hazel 'red filbert'

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

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

Is hazel 'red filbert' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hazel 'red filbert' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hazel 'red filbert' 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hazel 'red filbert'?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA, and the genus Corylus (hazel) does not appear on its toxic or non-toxic lists; treat as uncertain and verify with a vet. Hazelnuts are a human food, but ASPCA pet-safety status is unconfirmed, so it should not be asserted as 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 hazel 'red filbert'.

What should I do if my cat ate hazel 'red filbert'?

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 hazel 'red filbert' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hazel 'Red Filbert' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full hazel 'red filbert' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hazel 'red filbert'?

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 hazel 'red filbert' pet-safety