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Is Peregrine Peach toxic to cats?

Prunus persica 'Peregrine'

Toxic to cats

Yes — peregrine peach 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 Prunus (peach) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Leaves, stems, and the stone/kernel contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide when chewed, causing dilated pupils, brick-red gums, breathing difficulty, and shock. The ripe flesh is safe to eat — the danger lies in pits and wilted prunings.

What to do if your cat ate peregrine peach

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

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

Is peregrine peach toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is peregrine peach toxic to cats?

Yes — peregrine peach 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 Prunus (peach) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Leaves, stems, and the stone/kernel contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide when chewed, causing dilated pupils, brick-red gums, breathing difficulty, and shock. The ripe flesh is safe to eat — the danger lies in pits and wilted prunings.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats peregrine peach?

The ASPCA lists Prunus (peach) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Leaves, stems, and the stone/kernel contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide when chewed, causing dilated pupils, brick-red gums, breathing difficulty, and shock. The ripe flesh is safe to eat — the danger lies in pits and wilted prunings. 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 peregrine peach.

What should I do if my cat ate peregrine peach?

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 peregrine peach toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Peregrine Peach is toxic to dogs as well. See the full peregrine peach pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to peregrine peach?

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 peregrine peach pet-safety