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Is Huernia brevirostris toxic to cats?

Huernia brevirostris

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists huernia brevirostris as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Huernia is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Though its close stapeliad relatives Stapelia and Orbea are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, this genus has no specific ASPCA entry, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe; discourage pets from chewing it.

What to do if your cat ate huernia brevirostris

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

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

Is huernia brevirostris toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is huernia brevirostris toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists huernia brevirostris as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Huernia is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Though its close stapeliad relatives Stapelia and Orbea are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, this genus has no specific ASPCA entry, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe; discourage pets from chewing it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats huernia brevirostris?

Huernia is not individually listed by the ASPCA. Though its close stapeliad relatives Stapelia and Orbea are ASPCA-listed as non-toxic, this genus has no specific ASPCA entry, so treat it with caution and verify with a vet rather than assuming it is pet-safe; discourage pets from chewing it. 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 huernia brevirostris.

What should I do if my cat ate huernia brevirostris?

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 huernia brevirostris toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Huernia brevirostris is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full huernia brevirostris pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to huernia brevirostris?

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 huernia brevirostris pet-safety