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Is Thalictrum delavayi 'Hewitt's Double' toxic to cats?

Thalictrum delavayi 'Hewitt's Double'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Thalictrum is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it belongs to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), members of which contain protoanemonin, a known skin and mucous-membrane irritant that can cause drooling, mouth irritation and gastrointestinal upset. Treat with caution, wear gloves when handling, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it.

What to do if your cat ate thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' 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 thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Thalictrum is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it belongs to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), members of which contain protoanemonin, a known skin and mucous-membrane irritant that can cause drooling, mouth irritation and gastrointestinal upset. Treat with caution, wear gloves when handling, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double'?

Thalictrum is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but it belongs to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), members of which contain protoanemonin, a known skin and mucous-membrane irritant that can cause drooling, mouth irritation and gastrointestinal upset. Treat with caution, wear gloves when handling, and verify with a vet if a pet ingests it. 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 thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double'.

What should I do if my cat ate thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double'?

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 thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Thalictrum delavayi 'Hewitt's Double' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to thalictrum delavayi 'hewitt's double'?

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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