Pet safety
Is Jeddeloh Hemlock toxic to cats?
Tsuga canadensis 'Jeddeloh'
No — jeddeloh hemlock is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Tsuga canadensis (Eastern Hemlock, the tree) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. Note: this is the conifer Tsuga — not to be confused with the poisonous herbaceous plant Conium maculatum (poison hemlock), which is unrelated.
Is jeddeloh hemlock toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is jeddeloh hemlock toxic to cats?
No — jeddeloh hemlock is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Tsuga canadensis (Eastern Hemlock, the tree) is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs and cats. Note: this is the conifer Tsuga — not to be confused with the poisonous herbaceous plant Conium maculatum (poison hemlock), which is unrelated.
Is jeddeloh hemlock safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists jeddeloh hemlock as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is jeddeloh hemlock toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Jeddeloh Hemlock is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full jeddeloh hemlock pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full jeddeloh hemlock pet-safety
- Is jeddeloh hemlock toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is jeddeloh hemlock toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete jeddeloh hemlock care guide