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Is Lindheimer's Muhly toxic to cats?

Muhlenbergia lindheimeri

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lindheimer's muhly 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 on either its toxic or non-toxic plant lists, so a definitive pet-safe label cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. A true grass with no known systemic toxin, but the seed awns can cause mechanical irritation to a pet's mouth, ears or paws if the seed heads are chewed.

What to do if your cat ate lindheimer's muhly

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

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

Is lindheimer's muhly toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is lindheimer's muhly toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists lindheimer's muhly 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 on either its toxic or non-toxic plant lists, so a definitive pet-safe label cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. A true grass with no known systemic toxin, but the seed awns can cause mechanical irritation to a pet's mouth, ears or paws if the seed heads are chewed.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats lindheimer's muhly?

Not individually listed by the ASPCA on either its toxic or non-toxic plant lists, so a definitive pet-safe label cannot be given; treat with caution and verify with a vet. A true grass with no known systemic toxin, but the seed awns can cause mechanical irritation to a pet's mouth, ears or paws if the seed heads are chewed. 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 lindheimer's muhly.

What should I do if my cat ate lindheimer's muhly?

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 lindheimer's muhly toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Lindheimer's Muhly is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full lindheimer's muhly pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to lindheimer's muhly?

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 lindheimer's muhly pet-safety