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Is Pelargonium x domesticum 'Lavender Grand Slam' toxic to cats?

Pelargonium x domesticum 'Lavender Grand Slam'

Toxic to cats

Yes — pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' 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 lists Pelargonium species (geranium) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. Toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, with ingestion causing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep away from pets that chew houseplants.

What to do if your cat ate pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' 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 x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' toxic to cats?

Yes — pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Pelargonium species (geranium) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. Toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, with ingestion causing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep away from pets that chew houseplants.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam'?

The ASPCA lists Pelargonium species (geranium) as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. Toxic principles are geraniol and linalool, with ingestion causing vomiting, anorexia, depression and dermatitis. Keep away from pets that chew houseplants. 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 x domesticum 'lavender grand slam'.

What should I do if my cat ate pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam'?

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 x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pelargonium x domesticum 'Lavender Grand Slam' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pelargonium x domesticum 'lavender grand slam'?

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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