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Is Telegraph Cucumber toxic to cats?

Cucumis sativus 'Telegraph Improved'

Non-toxic to cats

No — telegraph cucumber is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Cucumis sativus, cucumber). As with any plant, nibbling foliage or fruit can cause mild, transient stomach upset, but it carries no toxic principle.

Is telegraph cucumber toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is telegraph cucumber toxic to cats?

No — telegraph cucumber is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (Cucumis sativus, cucumber). As with any plant, nibbling foliage or fruit can cause mild, transient stomach upset, but it carries no toxic principle.

Is telegraph cucumber safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists telegraph cucumber as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is telegraph cucumber toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Telegraph Cucumber is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full telegraph cucumber pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for cats?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

Full telegraph cucumber pet-safety