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Is Seyrig's Caudex Vine toxic to cats?

Nymphostemma seyrigii

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists seyrig's caudex vine 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. Nymphostemma seyrigii belongs to Apocynaceae (subfamily Asclepiadoideae). This family frequently contains cardiac glycosides and cardenolides. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat it as potentially toxic to pets and humans and keep it out of reach as a precaution.

What to do if your cat ate seyrig's caudex vine

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

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

Is seyrig's caudex vine toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is seyrig's caudex vine toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists seyrig's caudex vine 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. Nymphostemma seyrigii belongs to Apocynaceae (subfamily Asclepiadoideae). This family frequently contains cardiac glycosides and cardenolides. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat it as potentially toxic to pets and humans and keep it out of reach as a precaution.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats seyrig's caudex vine?

Nymphostemma seyrigii belongs to Apocynaceae (subfamily Asclepiadoideae). This family frequently contains cardiac glycosides and cardenolides. This species is not individually listed by the ASPCA; treat it as potentially toxic to pets and humans and keep it out of reach as a precaution. 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 seyrig's caudex vine.

What should I do if my cat ate seyrig's caudex vine?

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 seyrig's caudex vine toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Seyrig's Caudex Vine is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full seyrig's caudex vine pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to seyrig's caudex vine?

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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