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Is Strawberry Shake toxic to cats?

Philodendron 'Strawberry Shake'

Toxic to cats

Yes — strawberry shake 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. ASPCA classifies Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing any part causes oral pain, excessive drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat.

What to do if your cat ate strawberry shake

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

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

Is strawberry shake toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is strawberry shake toxic to cats?

Yes — strawberry shake is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA classifies Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing any part causes oral pain, excessive drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats strawberry shake?

ASPCA classifies Philodendron as toxic to cats and dogs. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing any part causes oral pain, excessive drooling, vomiting, and swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat. 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 strawberry shake.

What should I do if my cat ate strawberry shake?

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 strawberry shake toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Strawberry Shake is toxic to dogs as well. See the full strawberry shake pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to strawberry shake?

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 strawberry shake pet-safety