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Is Mojito Mint toxic to cats?

Mentha × villosa

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mojito mint 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. The ASPCA classifies Mentha species as mildly toxic to cats and dogs, with essential-oil compounds causing gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity. Mentha × villosa is not individually listed but belongs to the same genus. Small incidental contact is unlikely to cause harm, but significant ingestion should be reported to a vet.

What to do if your cat ate mojito mint

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

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

Is mojito mint toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is mojito mint toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mojito mint 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. The ASPCA classifies Mentha species as mildly toxic to cats and dogs, with essential-oil compounds causing gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity. Mentha × villosa is not individually listed but belongs to the same genus. Small incidental contact is unlikely to cause harm, but significant ingestion should be reported to a vet.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats mojito mint?

The ASPCA classifies Mentha species as mildly toxic to cats and dogs, with essential-oil compounds causing gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhoea) if ingested in quantity. Mentha × villosa is not individually listed but belongs to the same genus. Small incidental contact is unlikely to cause harm, but significant ingestion should be reported to 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 mojito mint.

What should I do if my cat ate mojito mint?

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 mojito mint toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mojito Mint is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full mojito mint pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to mojito mint?

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 mojito mint pet-safety