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Is Lauren's Grape peony poppy toxic to cats?

Papaver somniferum 'Lauren's Grape'

Toxic to cats

Yes — lauren's grape peony poppy 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. As a cultivar of Papaver somniferum, Lauren's Grape shares the same alkaloid profile — morphine, codeine, thebaine, and related isoquinolines — in all plant parts, with highest concentrations in the latex and unripe seed pods. ASPCA lists Papaver somniferum as toxic to dogs and cats; symptoms of ingestion include CNS depression, sedation, ataxia, and respiratory depression. Seek immediate veterinary care if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate lauren's grape peony poppy

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move lauren's grape peony poppy 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 lauren's grape peony poppy to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is lauren's grape peony poppy toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lauren's grape peony poppy toxic to cats?

Yes — lauren's grape peony poppy is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a cultivar of Papaver somniferum, Lauren's Grape shares the same alkaloid profile — morphine, codeine, thebaine, and related isoquinolines — in all plant parts, with highest concentrations in the latex and unripe seed pods. ASPCA lists Papaver somniferum as toxic to dogs and cats; symptoms of ingestion include CNS depression, sedation, ataxia, and respiratory depression. Seek immediate veterinary care if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lauren's grape peony poppy?

As a cultivar of Papaver somniferum, Lauren's Grape shares the same alkaloid profile — morphine, codeine, thebaine, and related isoquinolines — in all plant parts, with highest concentrations in the latex and unripe seed pods. ASPCA lists Papaver somniferum as toxic to dogs and cats; symptoms of ingestion include CNS depression, sedation, ataxia, and respiratory depression. Seek immediate veterinary care if ingestion is suspected. 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 lauren's grape peony poppy.

What should I do if my cat ate lauren's grape peony poppy?

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 lauren's grape peony poppy toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lauren's Grape peony poppy is toxic to dogs as well. See the full lauren's grape peony poppy pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lauren's grape peony poppy?

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 lauren's grape peony poppy pet-safety