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Is Kurume Azalea 'Hino Crimson' toxic to cats?

Rhododendron 'Hino Crimson'

Toxic to cats

Yes — kurume azalea 'hino crimson' 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. Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses per the ASPCA, which lists Rhododendron/Azalea as toxic. All parts contain grayanotoxins; ingestion causes drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and with larger doses cardiac arrhythmia, collapse, and possible death. Even a few leaves can poison a pet, so treat ingestion as an emergency.

What to do if your cat ate kurume azalea 'hino crimson'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move kurume azalea 'hino crimson' 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 kurume azalea 'hino crimson' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is kurume azalea 'hino crimson' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is kurume azalea 'hino crimson' toxic to cats?

Yes — kurume azalea 'hino crimson' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses per the ASPCA, which lists Rhododendron/Azalea as toxic. All parts contain grayanotoxins; ingestion causes drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and with larger doses cardiac arrhythmia, collapse, and possible death. Even a few leaves can poison a pet, so treat ingestion as an emergency.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats kurume azalea 'hino crimson'?

Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses per the ASPCA, which lists Rhododendron/Azalea as toxic. All parts contain grayanotoxins; ingestion causes drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and with larger doses cardiac arrhythmia, collapse, and possible death. Even a few leaves can poison a pet, so treat ingestion as an emergency. 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 kurume azalea 'hino crimson'.

What should I do if my cat ate kurume azalea 'hino crimson'?

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 kurume azalea 'hino crimson' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Kurume Azalea 'Hino Crimson' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full kurume azalea 'hino crimson' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to kurume azalea 'hino crimson'?

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 kurume azalea 'hino crimson' pet-safety