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Is Narrow-leaved Everlasting Pea toxic to cats?

Lathyrus sylvestris

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists narrow-leaved everlasting pea 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. Seeds and foliage contain lathyrogen toxic amino acids, principally beta-aminopropionitrile (BAPN), which interfere with collagen cross-linking and cause lathyrism — neurological and vascular damage with prolonged large-quantity ingestion. ASPCA records primary toxicity to horses; the related Lathyrus latifolius is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs for typical exposure levels. Prevent pets from eating seeds; classified as mildly-toxic given the shared genus profile.

What to do if your cat ate narrow-leaved everlasting pea

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move narrow-leaved everlasting pea 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 narrow-leaved everlasting pea to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is narrow-leaved everlasting pea toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is narrow-leaved everlasting pea toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists narrow-leaved everlasting pea 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. Seeds and foliage contain lathyrogen toxic amino acids, principally beta-aminopropionitrile (BAPN), which interfere with collagen cross-linking and cause lathyrism — neurological and vascular damage with prolonged large-quantity ingestion. ASPCA records primary toxicity to horses; the related Lathyrus latifolius is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs for typical exposure levels. Prevent pets from eating seeds; classified as mildly-toxic given the shared genus profile.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats narrow-leaved everlasting pea?

Seeds and foliage contain lathyrogen toxic amino acids, principally beta-aminopropionitrile (BAPN), which interfere with collagen cross-linking and cause lathyrism — neurological and vascular damage with prolonged large-quantity ingestion. ASPCA records primary toxicity to horses; the related Lathyrus latifolius is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs for typical exposure levels. Prevent pets from eating seeds; classified as mildly-toxic given the shared genus profile. 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 narrow-leaved everlasting pea.

What should I do if my cat ate narrow-leaved everlasting pea?

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 narrow-leaved everlasting pea toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Narrow-leaved Everlasting Pea is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full narrow-leaved everlasting pea pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to narrow-leaved everlasting pea?

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 narrow-leaved everlasting pea pet-safety