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Is Hosta 'August Moon' toxic to cats?

Hosta 'August Moon'

Toxic to cats

Yes — hosta 'august moon' 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. Hosta is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Saponins present throughout the plant cause gastrointestinal signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite when ingested by pets.

What to do if your cat ate hosta 'august moon'

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

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

Is hosta 'august moon' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hosta 'august moon' toxic to cats?

Yes — hosta 'august moon' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Hosta is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Saponins present throughout the plant cause gastrointestinal signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite when ingested by pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hosta 'august moon'?

Hosta is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Saponins present throughout the plant cause gastrointestinal signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite when ingested by pets. 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 hosta 'august moon'.

What should I do if my cat ate hosta 'august moon'?

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 hosta 'august moon' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hosta 'August Moon' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full hosta 'august moon' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hosta 'august moon'?

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 hosta 'august moon' pet-safety