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Is Rhododendron 'PJM' toxic to cats?

Rhododendron 'PJM'

Toxic to cats

Yes — rhododendron 'pjm' 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. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which interfere with sodium channels in nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac tissue. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, hypotension, CNS depression and, in severe cases, collapse or death.

What to do if your cat ate rhododendron 'pjm'

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

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

Is rhododendron 'pjm' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is rhododendron 'pjm' toxic to cats?

Yes — rhododendron 'pjm' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which interfere with sodium channels in nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac tissue. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, hypotension, CNS depression and, in severe cases, collapse or death.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats rhododendron 'pjm'?

ASPCA-listed as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses (Rhododendron spp.). All parts contain grayanotoxins, which interfere with sodium channels in nerve, skeletal-muscle, and cardiac tissue. Ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, abnormal heart rhythm, hypotension, CNS depression and, in severe cases, collapse or death. 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 rhododendron 'pjm'.

What should I do if my cat ate rhododendron 'pjm'?

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 rhododendron 'pjm' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rhododendron 'PJM' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full rhododendron 'pjm' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to rhododendron 'pjm'?

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 rhododendron 'pjm' pet-safety