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Is Little Gem Lettuce toxic to cats?

Lactuca sativa 'Little Gem'

Non-toxic to cats

No — little gem lettuce 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. Cultivated lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a non-toxic salad crop generally recognised as safe for cats and dogs and is not on the ASPCA list of toxic plants. It is not catalogued as a named ASPCA entry, but has no known toxic principle. Give only small, washed amounts, since too much can cause mild digestive upset.

Is little gem lettuce toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is little gem lettuce toxic to cats?

No — little gem lettuce 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. Cultivated lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a non-toxic salad crop generally recognised as safe for cats and dogs and is not on the ASPCA list of toxic plants. It is not catalogued as a named ASPCA entry, but has no known toxic principle. Give only small, washed amounts, since too much can cause mild digestive upset.

Is little gem lettuce safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists little gem lettuce 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 little gem lettuce toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Little Gem Lettuce is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full little gem lettuce 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 little gem lettuce pet-safety