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Is Prince of Wales Juniper toxic to cats?

Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists prince of wales juniper 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. Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and berries contain mildly irritant oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Considered low risk but not confirmed non-toxic.

What to do if your cat ate prince of wales juniper

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move prince of wales juniper 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 prince of wales juniper to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is prince of wales juniper toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is prince of wales juniper toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists prince of wales juniper 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. Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and berries contain mildly irritant oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Considered low risk but not confirmed non-toxic.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats prince of wales juniper?

Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. The foliage and berries contain mildly irritant oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Considered low risk but not confirmed non-toxic. 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 prince of wales juniper.

What should I do if my cat ate prince of wales juniper?

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 prince of wales juniper toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Prince of Wales Juniper is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full prince of wales juniper pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to prince of wales juniper?

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 prince of wales juniper pet-safety