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Is Hyacinthus orientalis 'City of Haarlem' toxic to cats?

Hyacinthus orientalis 'City of Haarlem'

Toxic to cats

Yes — hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' 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 Hyacinthus orientalis as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic alkaloids and oxalate compounds concentrate in the bulb; ingestion causes severe vomiting, drooling and diarrhoea, with depression and tremors at larger doses. The bulb's oxalate crystals can also irritate human skin on handling.

What to do if your cat ate hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' 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 hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' toxic to cats?

Yes — hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Hyacinthus orientalis as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic alkaloids and oxalate compounds concentrate in the bulb; ingestion causes severe vomiting, drooling and diarrhoea, with depression and tremors at larger doses. The bulb's oxalate crystals can also irritate human skin on handling.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem'?

ASPCA lists Hyacinthus orientalis as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic alkaloids and oxalate compounds concentrate in the bulb; ingestion causes severe vomiting, drooling and diarrhoea, with depression and tremors at larger doses. The bulb's oxalate crystals can also irritate human skin on handling. 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 hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem'.

What should I do if my cat ate hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem'?

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 hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hyacinthus orientalis 'City of Haarlem' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hyacinthus orientalis 'city of haarlem'?

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.

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