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Is Muscat of Alexandria Grape toxic to cats?

Vitis vinifera 'Muscat of Alexandria'

Toxic to cats

Yes — muscat of alexandria grape 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. Grapes (Vitis) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney failure in dogs in unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and reduced urination as signs. Keep the fruit, dried raisins, and dropped berries away from dogs at all times.

What to do if your cat ate muscat of alexandria grape

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move muscat of alexandria grape 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 muscat of alexandria grape to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is muscat of alexandria grape toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is muscat of alexandria grape toxic to cats?

Yes — muscat of alexandria grape is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Grapes (Vitis) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney failure in dogs in unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and reduced urination as signs. Keep the fruit, dried raisins, and dropped berries away from dogs at all times.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats muscat of alexandria grape?

Grapes (Vitis) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney failure in dogs in unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and reduced urination as signs. Keep the fruit, dried raisins, and dropped berries away from dogs at all times. 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 muscat of alexandria grape.

What should I do if my cat ate muscat of alexandria grape?

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 muscat of alexandria grape toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Muscat of Alexandria Grape is toxic to dogs as well. See the full muscat of alexandria grape pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to muscat of alexandria grape?

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 muscat of alexandria grape pet-safety