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Is Sweet Autumn Clematis toxic to cats?

Clematis terniflora

Toxic to cats

Yes — sweet autumn clematis 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. Clematis terniflora contains protoanemonin, a toxic compound found throughout the Clematis genus, which is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and skin or mucous membrane irritation. All plant parts should be kept away from pets and children.

What to do if your cat ate sweet autumn clematis

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

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

Is sweet autumn clematis toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is sweet autumn clematis toxic to cats?

Yes — sweet autumn clematis is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Clematis terniflora contains protoanemonin, a toxic compound found throughout the Clematis genus, which is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and skin or mucous membrane irritation. All plant parts should be kept away from pets and children.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats sweet autumn clematis?

Clematis terniflora contains protoanemonin, a toxic compound found throughout the Clematis genus, which is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses by the ASPCA. Ingestion causes profuse salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and skin or mucous membrane irritation. All plant parts should 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 sweet autumn clematis.

What should I do if my cat ate sweet autumn clematis?

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 sweet autumn clematis toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Sweet Autumn Clematis is toxic to dogs as well. See the full sweet autumn clematis pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to sweet autumn clematis?

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 sweet autumn clematis pet-safety