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Is Orange Glow Firethorn toxic to cats?

Pyracantha 'Orange Glow'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists orange glow 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 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to pets.

What to do if your cat ate orange glow firethorn

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

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

Is orange glow firethorn toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is orange glow firethorn toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists orange glow 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 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats orange glow firethorn?

Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but Pyracantha species berries contain cyanogenic glycosides that are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy; sharp thorns also pose a physical risk to pets. 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 orange glow firethorn.

What should I do if my cat ate orange glow 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 orange glow firethorn toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Orange Glow Firethorn is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full orange glow firethorn pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to orange glow 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 orange glow firethorn pet-safety