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Is Pelargonium 'Mabel Grey' toxic to cats?

Pelargonium 'Mabel Grey'

Toxic to cats

Yes — pelargonium 'mabel grey' 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. The ASPCA classes scented geranium (Pelargonium sp.) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are essential oils (geraniol, linalool), producing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis; cats are most affected, with ataxia, weakness and hypothermia possible in larger exposures. Keep out of pets' reach and call a vet if eaten.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium 'mabel grey'

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

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

Is pelargonium 'mabel grey' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium 'mabel grey' toxic to cats?

Yes — pelargonium 'mabel grey' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classes scented geranium (Pelargonium sp.) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are essential oils (geraniol, linalool), producing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis; cats are most affected, with ataxia, weakness and hypothermia possible in larger exposures. Keep out of pets' reach and call a vet if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium 'mabel grey'?

The ASPCA classes scented geranium (Pelargonium sp.) as toxic to cats and dogs. The toxic principles are essential oils (geraniol, linalool), producing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis; cats are most affected, with ataxia, weakness and hypothermia possible in larger exposures. Keep out of pets' reach and call a vet if eaten. 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 'mabel grey'.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium 'mabel grey'?

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 'mabel grey' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium 'Mabel Grey' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium 'mabel grey' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium 'mabel grey'?

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 'mabel grey' pet-safety