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Is Kumquat Nagami toxic to cats?

Citrus japonica 'Nagami'

Toxic to cats

Yes — kumquat nagami 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. Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep the foliage away from pets even though the whole fruit is edible for people.

What to do if your cat ate kumquat nagami

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

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

Is kumquat nagami toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is kumquat nagami toxic to cats?

Yes — kumquat nagami is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep the foliage away from pets even though the whole fruit is edible for people.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats kumquat nagami?

Kumquat is a Citrus species and falls under the ASPCA's listing of citrus as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the toxic principles are essential oils (limonene, linalool) and psoralens, concentrated in the peel, leaves and stems. Ingestion of plant material can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, depression and dermatitis. Keep the foliage away from pets even though the whole fruit is edible for people. 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 kumquat nagami.

What should I do if my cat ate kumquat nagami?

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 kumquat nagami toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Kumquat Nagami is toxic to dogs as well. See the full kumquat nagami pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to kumquat nagami?

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 kumquat nagami pet-safety