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Is Skyrocket Juniper toxic to cats?

Juniperus scopulorum 'Skyrocket'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists skyrocket juniper 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. Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Foliage and berries contain mildly irritant volatile oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Low overall risk, but not confirmed non-toxic.

What to do if your cat ate skyrocket juniper

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

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

Is skyrocket juniper toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is skyrocket juniper toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists skyrocket juniper 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. Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Foliage and berries contain mildly irritant volatile oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Low overall risk, but not confirmed non-toxic.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats skyrocket juniper?

Juniperus is not individually listed by the ASPCA, so a pet-safe label cannot be asserted; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Foliage and berries contain mildly irritant volatile oils that can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten. Low overall risk, but not confirmed non-toxic. 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 skyrocket juniper.

What should I do if my cat ate skyrocket juniper?

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 skyrocket juniper toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Skyrocket Juniper is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full skyrocket juniper pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to skyrocket juniper?

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 skyrocket juniper pet-safety