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Is Creeping Phlox 'Blue Ridge' toxic to cats?

Phlox stolonifera

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping phlox 'blue ridge' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA lists Phlox species as mildly toxic to dogs and cats; ingestion may lead to mild gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhoea. Contact a vet if you suspect your pet has consumed plant material.

What to do if your cat ate creeping phlox 'blue ridge'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move creeping phlox 'blue ridge' 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 creeping phlox 'blue ridge' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is creeping phlox 'blue ridge' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is creeping phlox 'blue ridge' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists creeping phlox 'blue ridge' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. The ASPCA lists Phlox species as mildly toxic to dogs and cats; ingestion may lead to mild gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhoea. Contact a vet if you suspect your pet has consumed plant material.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats creeping phlox 'blue ridge'?

The ASPCA lists Phlox species as mildly toxic to dogs and cats; ingestion may lead to mild gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhoea. Contact a vet if you suspect your pet has consumed plant material. 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 creeping phlox 'blue ridge'.

What should I do if my cat ate creeping phlox 'blue ridge'?

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 creeping phlox 'blue ridge' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Creeping Phlox 'Blue Ridge' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full creeping phlox 'blue ridge' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to creeping phlox 'blue ridge'?

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 creeping phlox 'blue ridge' pet-safety