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Is Pyrenean Star of Bethlehem toxic to cats?

Ornithogalum pyrenaicum

Toxic to cats

Yes — pyrenean star of bethlehem 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 Ornithogalum species as toxic to cats and dogs, containing cardenolide cardiac glycosides throughout all plant parts. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, excess salivation, lethargy, and potential cardiac effects in significant amounts; keep away from all pets.

What to do if your cat ate pyrenean star of bethlehem

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

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

Is pyrenean star of bethlehem toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is pyrenean star of bethlehem toxic to cats?

Yes — pyrenean star of bethlehem 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 Ornithogalum species as toxic to cats and dogs, containing cardenolide cardiac glycosides throughout all plant parts. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, excess salivation, lethargy, and potential cardiac effects in significant amounts; keep away from all pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats pyrenean star of bethlehem?

The ASPCA lists Ornithogalum species as toxic to cats and dogs, containing cardenolide cardiac glycosides throughout all plant parts. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, excess salivation, lethargy, and potential cardiac effects in significant amounts; keep away from all 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 pyrenean star of bethlehem.

What should I do if my cat ate pyrenean star of bethlehem?

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 pyrenean star of bethlehem toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pyrenean Star of Bethlehem is toxic to dogs as well. See the full pyrenean star of bethlehem pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to pyrenean star of bethlehem?

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.

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