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Is Plum 'Victoria' toxic to cats?

Prunus domestica 'Victoria'

Toxic to cats

Yes — plum 'victoria' 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. Plum (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and seeds (stones/pits) contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide; the toxic principle is most concentrated in wilting foliage and the kernel inside the stone. Ripe flesh is not the hazard. Signs of poisoning include brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting and shock. Keep pets away from prunings and fallen stones.

What to do if your cat ate plum 'victoria'

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

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

Is plum 'victoria' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is plum 'victoria' toxic to cats?

Yes — plum 'victoria' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Plum (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and seeds (stones/pits) contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide; the toxic principle is most concentrated in wilting foliage and the kernel inside the stone. Ripe flesh is not the hazard. Signs of poisoning include brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting and shock. Keep pets away from prunings and fallen stones.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats plum 'victoria'?

Plum (Prunus) is ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The stems, leaves and seeds (stones/pits) contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide; the toxic principle is most concentrated in wilting foliage and the kernel inside the stone. Ripe flesh is not the hazard. Signs of poisoning include brick-red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting and shock. Keep pets away from prunings and fallen stones. 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 plum 'victoria'.

What should I do if my cat ate plum 'victoria'?

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 plum 'victoria' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Plum 'Victoria' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full plum 'victoria' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to plum 'victoria'?

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 plum 'victoria' pet-safety