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Is Spencer Waved sweet pea toxic to cats?

Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Waved'

Toxic to cats

Yes — spencer waved sweet pea 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. Lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea) seeds and seed pods contain aminopropionitrile and other lathyrogenic compounds. Ingestion of significant quantities of seeds can cause lathyrism — neurological and musculoskeletal damage — in humans and animals. The ASPCA lists Lathyrus odoratus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornamental use is fine, but all parts (especially seeds) must be kept away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate spencer waved sweet pea

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move spencer waved sweet pea 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 spencer waved sweet pea to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is spencer waved sweet pea toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is spencer waved sweet pea toxic to cats?

Yes — spencer waved sweet pea is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea) seeds and seed pods contain aminopropionitrile and other lathyrogenic compounds. Ingestion of significant quantities of seeds can cause lathyrism — neurological and musculoskeletal damage — in humans and animals. The ASPCA lists Lathyrus odoratus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornamental use is fine, but all parts (especially seeds) must be kept away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats spencer waved sweet pea?

Lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea) seeds and seed pods contain aminopropionitrile and other lathyrogenic compounds. Ingestion of significant quantities of seeds can cause lathyrism — neurological and musculoskeletal damage — in humans and animals. The ASPCA lists Lathyrus odoratus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ornamental use is fine, but all parts (especially seeds) must be kept away from pets and children. 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 spencer waved sweet pea.

What should I do if my cat ate spencer waved sweet pea?

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 spencer waved sweet pea toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Spencer Waved sweet pea is toxic to dogs as well. See the full spencer waved sweet pea pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to spencer waved sweet pea?

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 spencer waved sweet pea pet-safety