Pet safety
Is silver spike grass toxic to cats?
Stipa calamagrostis
No — silver spike grass is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Stipa/Achnatherum grasses are not listed as toxic by the ASPCA or Pet Poison Helpline. The genus has no reported toxic principles to cats, dogs, or horses. As with any grass, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Is silver spike grass toxic to cats? — FAQ
Is silver spike grass toxic to cats?
No — silver spike grass is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Stipa/Achnatherum grasses are not listed as toxic by the ASPCA or Pet Poison Helpline. The genus has no reported toxic principles to cats, dogs, or horses. As with any grass, ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Is silver spike grass safe for cats?
Yes — the ASPCA lists silver spike grass as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is silver spike grass toxic to dogs too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: silver spike grass is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full silver spike grass pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for cats?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full silver spike grass pet-safety
- Is silver spike grass toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is silver spike grass toxic to dogs?
- Best cats-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete silver spike grass care guide