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Is Swamp doghobble toxic to cats?

Leucothoe racemosa

Toxic to cats

Yes — swamp doghobble 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. Leucothoe species belong to the Ericaceae family and contain grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which are toxic to dogs, cats, horses, and humans if ingested. Symptoms include drooling, vomiting, low blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmia. Keep away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate swamp doghobble

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

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

Is swamp doghobble toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is swamp doghobble toxic to cats?

Yes — swamp doghobble is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Leucothoe species belong to the Ericaceae family and contain grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which are toxic to dogs, cats, horses, and humans if ingested. Symptoms include drooling, vomiting, low blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmia. Keep away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats swamp doghobble?

Leucothoe species belong to the Ericaceae family and contain grayanotoxins (andromedotoxins), which are toxic to dogs, cats, horses, and humans if ingested. Symptoms include drooling, vomiting, low blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmia. Keep 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 swamp doghobble.

What should I do if my cat ate swamp doghobble?

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 swamp doghobble toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Swamp doghobble is toxic to dogs as well. See the full swamp doghobble pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to swamp doghobble?

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 swamp doghobble pet-safety