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Is Pelargonium-Flowered Stork's Bill toxic to cats?

Erodium pelargoniiflorum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pelargonium-flowered stork's bill 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. Erodium pelargoniiflorum is not listed as a toxic plant by the ASPCA. No toxic principles have been identified for the genus Erodium. However, the ASPCA does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, so mildly-toxic is the cautious classification; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. Consult a vet if a pet eats significant amounts.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium-flowered stork's bill

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move pelargonium-flowered stork's bill 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 pelargonium-flowered stork's bill to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is pelargonium-flowered stork's bill toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium-flowered stork's bill toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists pelargonium-flowered stork's bill 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. Erodium pelargoniiflorum is not listed as a toxic plant by the ASPCA. No toxic principles have been identified for the genus Erodium. However, the ASPCA does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, so mildly-toxic is the cautious classification; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. Consult a vet if a pet eats significant amounts.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium-flowered stork's bill?

Erodium pelargoniiflorum is not listed as a toxic plant by the ASPCA. No toxic principles have been identified for the genus Erodium. However, the ASPCA does not carry a confirmed 'non-toxic' entry for this exact species, so mildly-toxic is the cautious classification; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets. Consult a vet if a pet eats significant amounts. 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 pelargonium-flowered stork's bill.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium-flowered stork's bill?

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 pelargonium-flowered stork's bill toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium-Flowered Stork's Bill is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium-flowered stork's bill pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium-flowered stork's bill?

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.

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