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Is Italian jasmine toxic to cats?

Jasminum humile

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists italian jasmine 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. Jasminum humile is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Jasminum may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. It does not belong to a highly toxic family, but is not confirmed ASPCA-safe. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from chewing the foliage.

What to do if your cat ate italian jasmine

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

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

Is italian jasmine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is italian jasmine toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists italian jasmine 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. Jasminum humile is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Jasminum may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. It does not belong to a highly toxic family, but is not confirmed ASPCA-safe. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from chewing the foliage.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats italian jasmine?

Jasminum humile is not individually listed by ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic. The genus Jasminum may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested. It does not belong to a highly toxic family, but is not confirmed ASPCA-safe. As a precaution, treat as mildly toxic and discourage pets from chewing the foliage. 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 jasmine.

What should I do if my cat ate italian jasmine?

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 jasmine toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to italian jasmine?

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 jasmine pet-safety