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Is King of Hearts Brunnera toxic to cats?

Brunnera macrophylla 'King of Hearts'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists king of hearts brunnera 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a borage-family (Boraginaceae) plant that may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset and is best prevented.

What to do if your cat ate king of hearts brunnera

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move king of hearts brunnera 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 king of hearts brunnera to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is king of hearts brunnera toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is king of hearts brunnera toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists king of hearts brunnera 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. Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a borage-family (Boraginaceae) plant that may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset and is best prevented.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats king of hearts brunnera?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat with caution and verify with a vet. As a borage-family (Boraginaceae) plant that may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids, ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset and is best prevented. 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 king of hearts brunnera.

What should I do if my cat ate king of hearts brunnera?

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 king of hearts brunnera toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: King of Hearts Brunnera is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full king of hearts brunnera pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to king of hearts brunnera?

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 king of hearts brunnera pet-safety