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Is Nootka Lupin toxic to cats?

Lupinus nootkatensis

Toxic to cats

Yes — nootka lupin 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. Lupinus nootkatensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA but the genus Lupinus is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; quinolizidine alkaloids in all parts can cause gastrointestinal upset, muscle tremors, and respiratory distress if ingested in significant quantities. Contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate nootka lupin

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

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

Is nootka lupin toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is nootka lupin toxic to cats?

Yes — nootka lupin is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Lupinus nootkatensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA but the genus Lupinus is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; quinolizidine alkaloids in all parts can cause gastrointestinal upset, muscle tremors, and respiratory distress if ingested in significant quantities. Contact a vet immediately if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats nootka lupin?

Lupinus nootkatensis is not individually listed by the ASPCA but the genus Lupinus is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; quinolizidine alkaloids in all parts can cause gastrointestinal upset, muscle tremors, and respiratory distress if ingested in significant quantities. Contact a vet immediately 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 nootka lupin.

What should I do if my cat ate nootka lupin?

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 nootka lupin toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Nootka Lupin is toxic to dogs as well. See the full nootka lupin pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to nootka lupin?

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 nootka lupin pet-safety