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Is Ragged Robin toxic to cats?

Silene flos-cuculi

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists ragged robin 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. Not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. No widely documented toxicity to cats or dogs, but as a Caryophyllaceae member it may contain saponins; classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution rather than confirmed pet-safe.

What to do if your cat ate ragged robin

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

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

Is ragged robin toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ragged robin toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists ragged robin 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. Not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. No widely documented toxicity to cats or dogs, but as a Caryophyllaceae member it may contain saponins; classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution rather than confirmed pet-safe.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats ragged robin?

Not listed on the ASPCA toxic or non-toxic plant database. No widely documented toxicity to cats or dogs, but as a Caryophyllaceae member it may contain saponins; classified as mildly-toxic as a precaution rather than confirmed pet-safe. 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 ragged robin.

What should I do if my cat ate ragged robin?

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 ragged robin toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Ragged Robin is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full ragged robin pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to ragged robin?

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 ragged robin pet-safety