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Is Provence Lavender toxic to cats?

Lavandula × intermedia 'Provence'

Toxic to cats

Yes — provence lavender 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 Lavender (Lavandula) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, which covers the Lavandula × intermedia hybrids. Toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and appetite loss. Keep plants and concentrated lavender oils out of pets' reach.

What to do if your cat ate provence lavender

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

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

Is provence lavender toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is provence lavender toxic to cats?

Yes — provence lavender 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 Lavender (Lavandula) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, which covers the Lavandula × intermedia hybrids. Toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and appetite loss. Keep plants and concentrated lavender oils out of pets' reach.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats provence lavender?

The ASPCA lists Lavender (Lavandula) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, which covers the Lavandula × intermedia hybrids. Toxic principles linalool and linalyl acetate cause nausea, vomiting, and appetite loss. Keep plants and concentrated lavender oils out of pets' reach. 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 provence lavender.

What should I do if my cat ate provence lavender?

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 provence lavender toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Provence Lavender is toxic to dogs as well. See the full provence lavender pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to provence lavender?

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 provence lavender pet-safety