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Is Mealy-cup Sage toxic to cats?

Salvia farinacea

Non-toxic to cats

No — mealy-cup sage 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. The ASPCA lists Salvia (scarlet sage, S. splendens) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and S. farinacea belongs to the same non-toxic genus. Ingestion of large amounts may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset in pets.

Is mealy-cup sage toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is mealy-cup sage toxic to cats?

No — mealy-cup sage 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. The ASPCA lists Salvia (scarlet sage, S. splendens) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and S. farinacea belongs to the same non-toxic genus. Ingestion of large amounts may cause mild, transient gastrointestinal upset in pets.

Is mealy-cup sage safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists mealy-cup sage 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 mealy-cup sage toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mealy-cup Sage is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full mealy-cup sage 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.

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