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Is Syngonium 'Strawberry Ice' toxic to cats?

Syngonium podophyllum 'Strawberry Ice'

Toxic to cats

Yes — syngonium 'strawberry ice' 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 Syngonium podophyllum (under names including arrowhead vine and nephthytis) as toxic; like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What to do if your cat ate syngonium 'strawberry ice'

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

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

Is syngonium 'strawberry ice' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is syngonium 'strawberry ice' toxic to cats?

Yes — syngonium 'strawberry ice' 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 Syngonium podophyllum (under names including arrowhead vine and nephthytis) as toxic; like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats syngonium 'strawberry ice'?

Toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA lists Syngonium podophyllum (under names including arrowhead vine and nephthytis) as toxic; like other aroids it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. 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 syngonium 'strawberry ice'.

What should I do if my cat ate syngonium 'strawberry ice'?

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 syngonium 'strawberry ice' toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to syngonium 'strawberry ice'?

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.

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