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Is nannyberry toxic to cats?

Viburnum lentago

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists nannyberry 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. Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit.

What to do if your cat ate nannyberry

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

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

Is nannyberry toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is nannyberry toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists nannyberry 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. Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats nannyberry?

Viburnum lentago berries are edible for humans when fully ripe but Viburnum species are not confirmed pet-safe by ASPCA. Unripe fruit and foliage may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and cats. Prevent pets from consuming the fruit. 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 nannyberry.

What should I do if my cat ate nannyberry?

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 nannyberry toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to nannyberry?

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 nannyberry pet-safety