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Is Ramsons toxic to cats?

Allium ursinum

Toxic to cats

Yes — ramsons 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. Toxic to cats and dogs. As an Allium species it contains organosulfur compounds (such as N-propyl disulfide) that damage red blood cells, causing oxidative haemolytic anaemia. Signs include weakness, pale gums, vomiting, rapid breathing and dark urine; cats are especially sensitive. Keep all parts away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate ramsons

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

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

Is ramsons toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is ramsons toxic to cats?

Yes — ramsons is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs. As an Allium species it contains organosulfur compounds (such as N-propyl disulfide) that damage red blood cells, causing oxidative haemolytic anaemia. Signs include weakness, pale gums, vomiting, rapid breathing and dark urine; cats are especially sensitive. Keep all parts away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats ramsons?

Toxic to cats and dogs. As an Allium species it contains organosulfur compounds (such as N-propyl disulfide) that damage red blood cells, causing oxidative haemolytic anaemia. Signs include weakness, pale gums, vomiting, rapid breathing and dark urine; cats are especially sensitive. Keep all parts away from 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 ramsons.

What should I do if my cat ate ramsons?

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 ramsons toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to ramsons?

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 ramsons pet-safety