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Is Pelargonium 'Lord Bute' toxic to cats?

Pelargonium 'Lord Bute'

Toxic to cats

Yes — pelargonium 'lord bute' 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. ASPCA lists Geranium (Pelargonium spp.) as toxic to cats and dogs, with geraniol and linalool as the toxic principles. Signs include vomiting, anorexia, depression, and dermatitis; cats are most sensitive. Keep this cultivar away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium 'lord bute'

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

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

Is pelargonium 'lord bute' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium 'lord bute' toxic to cats?

Yes — pelargonium 'lord bute' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA lists Geranium (Pelargonium spp.) as toxic to cats and dogs, with geraniol and linalool as the toxic principles. Signs include vomiting, anorexia, depression, and dermatitis; cats are most sensitive. Keep this cultivar away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium 'lord bute'?

ASPCA lists Geranium (Pelargonium spp.) as toxic to cats and dogs, with geraniol and linalool as the toxic principles. Signs include vomiting, anorexia, depression, and dermatitis; cats are most sensitive. Keep this cultivar away from 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 pelargonium 'lord bute'.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium 'lord bute'?

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 'lord bute' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium 'Lord Bute' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium 'lord bute' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium 'lord bute'?

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 pelargonium 'lord bute' pet-safety