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Is Parker's jasmine toxic to cats?

Jasminum parkeri

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists parker's jasmine 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. Jasminum parkeri is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus Jasminum has not been confirmed as ASPCA non-toxic, and isolated reports suggest mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets following ingestion of plant material. The plant is not from a highly toxic family, but treat with caution and keep away from pets that are prone to chewing plants.

What to do if your cat ate parker's jasmine

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

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

Is parker's jasmine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is parker's jasmine toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists parker's jasmine 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. Jasminum parkeri is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus Jasminum has not been confirmed as ASPCA non-toxic, and isolated reports suggest mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets following ingestion of plant material. The plant is not from a highly toxic family, but treat with caution and keep away from pets that are prone to chewing plants.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats parker's jasmine?

Jasminum parkeri is not individually listed by ASPCA. The genus Jasminum has not been confirmed as ASPCA non-toxic, and isolated reports suggest mild gastrointestinal irritation in pets following ingestion of plant material. The plant is not from a highly toxic family, but treat with caution and keep away from pets that are prone to chewing plants. 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 parker's jasmine.

What should I do if my cat ate parker's jasmine?

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 parker's jasmine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Parker's jasmine is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full parker's jasmine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to parker's jasmine?

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 parker's jasmine pet-safety