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Is Monstera Deliciosa Sport toxic to cats?

Monstera deliciosa 'Sport'

Toxic to cats

Yes — monstera deliciosa sport 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. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, pronounced burning and irritation of the mouth and tongue, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate monstera deliciosa sport

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

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

Is monstera deliciosa sport toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is monstera deliciosa sport toxic to cats?

Yes — monstera deliciosa sport is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, pronounced burning and irritation of the mouth and tongue, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats monstera deliciosa sport?

Monstera is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes oral pain, pronounced burning and irritation of the mouth and tongue, excessive drooling, and vomiting. Keep well away from pets and children. 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 monstera deliciosa sport.

What should I do if my cat ate monstera deliciosa sport?

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 monstera deliciosa sport toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Monstera Deliciosa Sport is toxic to dogs as well. See the full monstera deliciosa sport pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to monstera deliciosa sport?

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 monstera deliciosa sport pet-safety