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Is Spathiphyllum 'Domino' toxic to cats?

Spathiphyllum 'Domino'

Toxic to cats

Yes — spathiphyllum 'domino' 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. The ASPCA lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. It is not a true lily and does not cause the kidney failure that Lilium does in cats.

What to do if your cat ate spathiphyllum 'domino'

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

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

Is spathiphyllum 'domino' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is spathiphyllum 'domino' toxic to cats?

Yes — spathiphyllum 'domino' 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. The ASPCA lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. It is not a true lily and does not cause the kidney failure that Lilium does in cats.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats spathiphyllum 'domino'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists peace lily (Spathiphyllum) as toxic, with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals as the toxic principle. Ingestion causes oral irritation, intense burning of the mouth, lips, and tongue, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. It is not a true lily and does not cause the kidney failure that Lilium does in cats. 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 spathiphyllum 'domino'.

What should I do if my cat ate spathiphyllum 'domino'?

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 spathiphyllum 'domino' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spathiphyllum 'Domino' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full spathiphyllum 'domino' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to spathiphyllum 'domino'?

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 spathiphyllum 'domino' pet-safety