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Is Russian Banana Fingerling Potato toxic to cats?

Solanum tuberosum 'Russian Banana'

Toxic to cats

Yes — russian banana fingerling potato 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 potato (Solanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage, sprouts, green parts and any green-skinned tubers contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid causing vomiting, drooling, lethargy, weakness and slowed heart rate. Cooked ripe tubers are food, but the plant and raw green or sprouted tubers are unsafe for pets.

What to do if your cat ate russian banana fingerling potato

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

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

Is russian banana fingerling potato toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is russian banana fingerling potato toxic to cats?

Yes — russian banana fingerling potato 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 potato (Solanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage, sprouts, green parts and any green-skinned tubers contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid causing vomiting, drooling, lethargy, weakness and slowed heart rate. Cooked ripe tubers are food, but the plant and raw green or sprouted tubers are unsafe for pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats russian banana fingerling potato?

The ASPCA lists potato (Solanum) as toxic to cats and dogs. The foliage, sprouts, green parts and any green-skinned tubers contain solanine, a glycoalkaloid causing vomiting, drooling, lethargy, weakness and slowed heart rate. Cooked ripe tubers are food, but the plant and raw green or sprouted tubers are unsafe for 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 russian banana fingerling potato.

What should I do if my cat ate russian banana fingerling potato?

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 russian banana fingerling potato toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Russian Banana Fingerling Potato is toxic to dogs as well. See the full russian banana fingerling potato pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to russian banana fingerling potato?

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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