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Is Horned Tulip toxic to cats?

Tulipa acuminata

Toxic to cats

Yes — horned tulip 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 Tulipa species are listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The toxic principles are Tulipalin A and B (lactones), concentrated most heavily in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, and depression; large doses, especially of bulbs, can cause rapid heart rate, breathing difficulty, and tremors. Seek veterinary attention immediately.

What to do if your cat ate horned tulip

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

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

Is horned tulip toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is horned tulip toxic to cats?

Yes — horned tulip is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Tulipa species are listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The toxic principles are Tulipalin A and B (lactones), concentrated most heavily in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, and depression; large doses, especially of bulbs, can cause rapid heart rate, breathing difficulty, and tremors. Seek veterinary attention immediately.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats horned tulip?

All Tulipa species are listed by ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The toxic principles are Tulipalin A and B (lactones), concentrated most heavily in the bulb. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersalivation, and depression; large doses, especially of bulbs, can cause rapid heart rate, breathing difficulty, and tremors. Seek veterinary attention immediately. 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 horned tulip.

What should I do if my cat ate horned tulip?

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 horned tulip toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Horned Tulip is toxic to dogs as well. See the full horned tulip pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to horned tulip?

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 horned tulip pet-safety