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Is Italian Gladiolus toxic to cats?

Gladiolus italicus

Toxic to cats

Yes — italian gladiolus 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 Gladiola (Gladiolus spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is not fully identified but glycosides and irritant compounds are concentrated in the corms. Clinical signs include salivation, vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea; ingestion of corms may cause more severe gastrointestinal distress.

What to do if your cat ate italian gladiolus

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

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

Is italian gladiolus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is italian gladiolus toxic to cats?

Yes — italian gladiolus is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Gladiola (Gladiolus spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is not fully identified but glycosides and irritant compounds are concentrated in the corms. Clinical signs include salivation, vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea; ingestion of corms may cause more severe gastrointestinal distress.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats italian gladiolus?

ASPCA lists Gladiola (Gladiolus spp.) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. The toxic principle is not fully identified but glycosides and irritant compounds are concentrated in the corms. Clinical signs include salivation, vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea; ingestion of corms may cause more severe gastrointestinal distress. 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 italian gladiolus.

What should I do if my cat ate italian gladiolus?

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 italian gladiolus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Italian Gladiolus is toxic to dogs as well. See the full italian gladiolus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to italian gladiolus?

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 italian gladiolus pet-safety