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Is Hinnonmäki Red Gooseberry toxic to cats?

Ribes uva-crispa 'Hinnonmäki Röd'

Non-toxic to cats

No — hinnonmäki red gooseberry 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. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Ribes uva-crispa is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats or dogs, and the ripe berries are edible. No toxic principle is associated with gooseberry leaves or fruit. Offer fruit only sparingly to pets, since any sudden quantity of fruit can cause mild digestive upset.

Is hinnonmäki red gooseberry toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hinnonmäki red gooseberry toxic to cats?

No — hinnonmäki red gooseberry 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. Ribes uva-crispa is not listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats or dogs, and the ripe berries are edible. No toxic principle is associated with gooseberry leaves or fruit. Offer fruit only sparingly to pets, since any sudden quantity of fruit can cause mild digestive upset.

Is hinnonmäki red gooseberry safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists hinnonmäki red gooseberry 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.

Is hinnonmäki red gooseberry toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hinnonmäki Red Gooseberry is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full hinnonmäki red gooseberry pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for cats?

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.

Full hinnonmäki red gooseberry pet-safety