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Is Saphyr Rouge Firethorn toxic to cats?

Pyracantha coccinea 'Saphyr Rouge'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists saphyr rouge firethorn 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. Pyracantha berries contain small amounts of cyanogenic compounds and are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. The thorns also present a physical hazard. Keep pets away from fallen berries.

What to do if your cat ate saphyr rouge firethorn

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

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

Is saphyr rouge firethorn toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is saphyr rouge firethorn toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists saphyr rouge firethorn 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. Pyracantha berries contain small amounts of cyanogenic compounds and are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. The thorns also present a physical hazard. Keep pets away from fallen berries.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats saphyr rouge firethorn?

Pyracantha berries contain small amounts of cyanogenic compounds and are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy. The thorns also present a physical hazard. Keep pets away from fallen berries. 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 saphyr rouge firethorn.

What should I do if my cat ate saphyr rouge firethorn?

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 saphyr rouge firethorn toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Saphyr Rouge Firethorn is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full saphyr rouge firethorn pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to saphyr rouge firethorn?

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 saphyr rouge firethorn pet-safety