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Is Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae toxic to cats?

Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mr bowling ball arborvitae 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. Thuja occidentalis is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant lists; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and essential oil contain thujone, which in sufficient quantity can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially neurological signs in dogs and cats. Prevent ingestion and monitor pets that chew it.

What to do if your cat ate mr bowling ball arborvitae

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move mr bowling ball arborvitae 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 mr bowling ball arborvitae to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is mr bowling ball arborvitae toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is mr bowling ball arborvitae toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists mr bowling ball arborvitae 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. Thuja occidentalis is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant lists; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and essential oil contain thujone, which in sufficient quantity can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially neurological signs in dogs and cats. Prevent ingestion and monitor pets that chew it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats mr bowling ball arborvitae?

Thuja occidentalis is not individually listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant lists; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and essential oil contain thujone, which in sufficient quantity can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, and potentially neurological signs in dogs and cats. Prevent ingestion and monitor pets that chew it. 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 mr bowling ball arborvitae.

What should I do if my cat ate mr bowling ball arborvitae?

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 mr bowling ball arborvitae toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full mr bowling ball arborvitae pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to mr bowling ball arborvitae?

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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