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Is Pelargonium 'Madame Layal' toxic to cats?

Pelargonium 'Madame Layal'

Toxic to cats

Yes — pelargonium 'madame layal' 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, with cats most sensitive. Keep this cultivar out of pets' reach.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium 'madame layal'

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

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

Is pelargonium 'madame layal' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium 'madame layal' toxic to cats?

Yes — pelargonium 'madame layal' 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, with cats most sensitive. Keep this cultivar out of pets' reach.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium 'madame layal'?

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, with cats most sensitive. Keep this cultivar out of pets' reach. 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 'madame layal'.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium 'madame layal'?

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 'madame layal' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium 'Madame Layal' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium 'madame layal' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium 'madame layal'?

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 'madame layal' pet-safety