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Is Mexican Hyssop toxic to cats?

Agastache mexicana

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mexican hyssop 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. Agastache mexicana is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so pet-safe status cannot be confirmed. As an aromatic mint-family herb it is generally considered low-risk, but treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What to do if your cat ate mexican hyssop

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

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

Is mexican hyssop toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is mexican hyssop toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mexican hyssop 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. Agastache mexicana is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so pet-safe status cannot be confirmed. As an aromatic mint-family herb it is generally considered low-risk, but treat with caution and verify with a vet.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats mexican hyssop?

Agastache mexicana is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant database, so pet-safe status cannot be confirmed. As an aromatic mint-family herb it is generally considered low-risk, but treat with caution and verify with a vet. 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 mexican hyssop.

What should I do if my cat ate mexican hyssop?

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 mexican hyssop toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mexican Hyssop is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full mexican hyssop pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to mexican hyssop?

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 mexican hyssop pet-safety