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Is Oblong-Leaved Santolina toxic to cats?

Santolina oblongifolia

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists oblong-leaved santolina 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. Santolina oblongifolia is not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database for cats or dogs. The aromatic oils in all Santolina species can cause mild gastrointestinal upset and contact dermatitis if foliage is ingested or handled extensively by sensitive individuals; treat as mildly toxic around pets and seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your cat ate oblong-leaved santolina

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

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

Is oblong-leaved santolina toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is oblong-leaved santolina toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists oblong-leaved santolina 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. Santolina oblongifolia is not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database for cats or dogs. The aromatic oils in all Santolina species can cause mild gastrointestinal upset and contact dermatitis if foliage is ingested or handled extensively by sensitive individuals; treat as mildly toxic around pets and seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats oblong-leaved santolina?

Santolina oblongifolia is not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database for cats or dogs. The aromatic oils in all Santolina species can cause mild gastrointestinal upset and contact dermatitis if foliage is ingested or handled extensively by sensitive individuals; treat as mildly toxic around pets and seek veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected. 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 oblong-leaved santolina.

What should I do if my cat ate oblong-leaved santolina?

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 oblong-leaved santolina toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Oblong-Leaved Santolina is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full oblong-leaved santolina pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to oblong-leaved santolina?

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 oblong-leaved santolina pet-safety