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Is Pelargonium 'Scarlet Unique' toxic to cats?

Pelargonium 'Scarlet Unique'

Toxic to cats

Yes — pelargonium 'scarlet unique' 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. According to the ASPCA, Geranium (Pelargonium species) is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, and ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium 'scarlet unique'

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

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

Is pelargonium 'scarlet unique' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium 'scarlet unique' toxic to cats?

Yes — pelargonium 'scarlet unique' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. According to the ASPCA, Geranium (Pelargonium species) is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, and ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium 'scarlet unique'?

According to the ASPCA, Geranium (Pelargonium species) is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, and ingestion may cause vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep out of reach of 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 'scarlet unique'.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium 'scarlet unique'?

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 'scarlet unique' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium 'Scarlet Unique' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium 'scarlet unique' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium 'scarlet unique'?

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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