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Is Lilium lancifolium toxic to cats?

Lilium lancifolium

Toxic to cats

Yes — lilium lancifolium 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. ASPCA lists tiger lily (Lilium) as toxic to cats — cats are the only species known to be affected, but exposure is severe: even small amounts of petal, leaf, pollen or vase water can cause vomiting, inappetence, lethargy, acute kidney failure and death. Treat as a veterinary emergency for cats; ASPCA classifies it non-toxic to dogs and horses, though ingestion may still cause GI upset.

What to do if your cat ate lilium lancifolium

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

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

Is lilium lancifolium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lilium lancifolium toxic to cats?

Yes — lilium lancifolium is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists tiger lily (Lilium) as toxic to cats — cats are the only species known to be affected, but exposure is severe: even small amounts of petal, leaf, pollen or vase water can cause vomiting, inappetence, lethargy, acute kidney failure and death. Treat as a veterinary emergency for cats; ASPCA classifies it non-toxic to dogs and horses, though ingestion may still cause GI upset.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lilium lancifolium?

ASPCA lists tiger lily (Lilium) as toxic to cats — cats are the only species known to be affected, but exposure is severe: even small amounts of petal, leaf, pollen or vase water can cause vomiting, inappetence, lethargy, acute kidney failure and death. Treat as a veterinary emergency for cats; ASPCA classifies it non-toxic to dogs and horses, though ingestion may still cause GI upset. 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 lilium lancifolium.

What should I do if my cat ate lilium lancifolium?

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 lilium lancifolium toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lilium lancifolium is toxic to dogs as well. See the full lilium lancifolium pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lilium lancifolium?

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.

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