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Is Song of India toxic to cats?

Dracaena reflexa 'Variegata'

Toxic to cats

Yes — song of india 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. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What to do if your cat ate song of india

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

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

Is song of india toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is song of india toxic to cats?

Yes — song of india is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats song of india?

Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, which lists Dracaena as toxic due to saponins present in all parts of the plant. Ingestion can cause vomiting (occasionally with blood), depression, anorexia, hypersalivation, and dilated pupils in cats. Keep out of reach of 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 song of india.

What should I do if my cat ate song of india?

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 song of india toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Song of India is toxic to dogs as well. See the full song of india pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to song of india?

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 song of india pet-safety