Pet safety
Is Olive 'Arbequina' toxic to cats?
Olea europaea 'Arbequina'
No — olive 'arbequina' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. As Olea europaea, 'Arbequina' is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs or horses by the ASPCA, with UC Davis and NCSU databases concurring it is non-toxic. It is regarded as pet-safe; large amounts of leaves, fruit or brined olives may cause mild stomach upset, and stones pose a choking risk.
Is olive 'arbequina' toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is olive 'arbequina' toxic to cats?
No — olive 'arbequina' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. As Olea europaea, 'Arbequina' is not listed as toxic to cats, dogs or horses by the ASPCA, with UC Davis and NCSU databases concurring it is non-toxic. It is regarded as pet-safe; large amounts of leaves, fruit or brined olives may cause mild stomach upset, and stones pose a choking risk.
Is olive 'arbequina' safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists olive 'arbequina' as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is olive 'arbequina' toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Olive 'Arbequina' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full olive 'arbequina' pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full olive 'arbequina' pet-safety
- Is olive 'arbequina' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is olive 'arbequina' toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete olive 'arbequina' care guide