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Is Miss Kim Lilac toxic to cats?

Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists miss kim lilac 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. 'Miss Kim' (Syringa pubescens subsp. patula), a true Syringa, is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic database; commonly considered non-toxic but not ASPCA-confirmed, so use caution and verify with a vet. It is unrelated to the ASPCA-toxic Persian lilac (Melia azedarach).

What to do if your cat ate miss kim lilac

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

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

Is miss kim lilac toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is miss kim lilac toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists miss kim lilac 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. 'Miss Kim' (Syringa pubescens subsp. patula), a true Syringa, is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic database; commonly considered non-toxic but not ASPCA-confirmed, so use caution and verify with a vet. It is unrelated to the ASPCA-toxic Persian lilac (Melia azedarach).

What are the symptoms if a cat eats miss kim lilac?

'Miss Kim' (Syringa pubescens subsp. patula), a true Syringa, is not individually listed in the ASPCA toxic/non-toxic database; commonly considered non-toxic but not ASPCA-confirmed, so use caution and verify with a vet. It is unrelated to the ASPCA-toxic Persian lilac (Melia azedarach). 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 miss kim lilac.

What should I do if my cat ate miss kim lilac?

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 miss kim lilac toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Miss Kim Lilac is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full miss kim lilac pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to miss kim lilac?

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.

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