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Is Narcissus 'February Gold' toxic to cats?

Narcissus 'February Gold'

Toxic to cats

Yes — narcissus 'february gold' 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. ASPCA lists Narcissus as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic lycorine-type alkaloids are concentrated in the bulb, with calcium oxalate crystals present too; signs of ingestion include vomiting, hypersalivation, diarrhoea, and in larger doses tremors, hypotension and cardiac irregularity.

What to do if your cat ate narcissus 'february gold'

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

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

Is narcissus 'february gold' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is narcissus 'february gold' toxic to cats?

Yes — narcissus 'february gold' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Narcissus as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic lycorine-type alkaloids are concentrated in the bulb, with calcium oxalate crystals present too; signs of ingestion include vomiting, hypersalivation, diarrhoea, and in larger doses tremors, hypotension and cardiac irregularity.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats narcissus 'february gold'?

ASPCA lists Narcissus as toxic to cats and dogs. Toxic lycorine-type alkaloids are concentrated in the bulb, with calcium oxalate crystals present too; signs of ingestion include vomiting, hypersalivation, diarrhoea, and in larger doses tremors, hypotension and cardiac irregularity. 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 narcissus 'february gold'.

What should I do if my cat ate narcissus 'february gold'?

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 narcissus 'february gold' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Narcissus 'February Gold' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full narcissus 'february gold' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to narcissus 'february gold'?

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 narcissus 'february gold' pet-safety