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Is Hosta 'Paul Revere' toxic to cats?

Hosta 'Paul Revere'

Toxic to cats

Yes — hosta 'paul revere' 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. ASPCA lists Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides; ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests any part of the plant.

What to do if your cat ate hosta 'paul revere'

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

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

Is hosta 'paul revere' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hosta 'paul revere' toxic to cats?

Yes — hosta 'paul revere' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides; ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests any part of the plant.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hosta 'paul revere'?

ASPCA lists Hosta spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. All plant parts contain saponin glycosides; ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, and depression. Seek veterinary advice if a pet ingests any part of the plant. 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 'paul revere'.

What should I do if my cat ate hosta 'paul revere'?

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 'paul revere' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hosta 'Paul Revere' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full hosta 'paul revere' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hosta 'paul revere'?

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 'paul revere' pet-safety