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Is Alaska Mix Nasturtium toxic to cats?

Tropaeolum majus

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists alaska mix nasturtium 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. The ASPCA lists Tropaeolum majus as toxic to dogs and cats, noting the isothiocyanate compounds can cause gastrointestinal upset if consumed in significant quantities. The edible-use designation applies to humans, not pets.

What to do if your cat ate alaska mix nasturtium

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

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

Is alaska mix nasturtium toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is alaska mix nasturtium toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists alaska mix nasturtium 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. The ASPCA lists Tropaeolum majus as toxic to dogs and cats, noting the isothiocyanate compounds can cause gastrointestinal upset if consumed in significant quantities. The edible-use designation applies to humans, not pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats alaska mix nasturtium?

The ASPCA lists Tropaeolum majus as toxic to dogs and cats, noting the isothiocyanate compounds can cause gastrointestinal upset if consumed in significant quantities. The edible-use designation applies to humans, not pets. 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 alaska mix nasturtium.

What should I do if my cat ate alaska mix nasturtium?

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 alaska mix nasturtium toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Alaska Mix Nasturtium is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full alaska mix nasturtium pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to alaska mix nasturtium?

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 alaska mix nasturtium pet-safety