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Is 'Lemon' Cucumber toxic to cats?

Cucumis sativus 'Lemon'

Non-toxic to cats

No — 'lemon' cucumber 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. Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and 'Lemon' is a cultivar of that species. Plain cucumber fruit is safe for pets in small amounts; very bitter, cucurbitacin-rich fruit can cause stomach upset and should be discarded, and large quantities of any vegetable may cause mild digestive upset.

Is 'lemon' cucumber toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is 'lemon' cucumber toxic to cats?

No — 'lemon' cucumber 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. Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, and 'Lemon' is a cultivar of that species. Plain cucumber fruit is safe for pets in small amounts; very bitter, cucurbitacin-rich fruit can cause stomach upset and should be discarded, and large quantities of any vegetable may cause mild digestive upset.

Is 'lemon' cucumber safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists 'lemon' cucumber 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 'lemon' cucumber toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: 'Lemon' Cucumber is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full 'lemon' cucumber 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 'lemon' cucumber pet-safety