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Is Holger Juniper toxic to cats?

Juniperus squamata 'Holger'

Toxic to cats

Yes — holger juniper 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. The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant and seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs.

What to do if your cat ate holger juniper

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

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

Is holger juniper toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is holger juniper toxic to cats?

Yes — holger juniper is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant and seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats holger juniper?

The ASPCA lists Juniperus / juniper as toxic to cats and dogs. Volatile oils in the foliage and berries can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and kidney irritation if eaten. Keep pets from chewing the plant and seek veterinary advice if ingestion occurs. 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 holger juniper.

What should I do if my cat ate holger juniper?

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 holger juniper toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Holger Juniper is toxic to dogs as well. See the full holger juniper pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to holger juniper?

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 holger juniper pet-safety