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Is Painted Lady Gladiolus toxic to cats?

Gladiolus carneus

Toxic to cats

Yes — painted lady gladiolus 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. All Gladiolus species, including G. carneus, are listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA. Corms are the most toxic part. Signs of ingestion include vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate painted lady gladiolus

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

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

Is painted lady gladiolus toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is painted lady gladiolus toxic to cats?

Yes — painted lady gladiolus is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Gladiolus species, including G. carneus, are listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA. Corms are the most toxic part. Signs of ingestion include vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats painted lady gladiolus?

All Gladiolus species, including G. carneus, are listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA. Corms are the most toxic part. Signs of ingestion include vomiting, drooling, lethargy, and diarrhea. Keep out of reach of pets. 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 painted lady gladiolus.

What should I do if my cat ate painted lady gladiolus?

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 painted lady gladiolus toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Painted Lady Gladiolus is toxic to dogs as well. See the full painted lady gladiolus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to painted lady gladiolus?

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 painted lady gladiolus pet-safety