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Is Turnip 'Hakurei' toxic to cats?

Brassica rapa var. rapa 'Hakurei'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists turnip 'hakurei' 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. Hakurei is a Brassica rapa cultivar, which is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic; do not assume pet-safe and verify with a vet. As a brassica it contains glucosinolates and SMCO, associated in large or prolonged quantities with thyroid (goitre), anaemia and digestive upset in grazing animals; small occasional amounts of the root are generally low-risk.

What to do if your cat ate turnip 'hakurei'

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

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

Is turnip 'hakurei' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is turnip 'hakurei' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists turnip 'hakurei' 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. Hakurei is a Brassica rapa cultivar, which is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic; do not assume pet-safe and verify with a vet. As a brassica it contains glucosinolates and SMCO, associated in large or prolonged quantities with thyroid (goitre), anaemia and digestive upset in grazing animals; small occasional amounts of the root are generally low-risk.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats turnip 'hakurei'?

Hakurei is a Brassica rapa cultivar, which is not individually listed by the ASPCA as toxic or non-toxic; do not assume pet-safe and verify with a vet. As a brassica it contains glucosinolates and SMCO, associated in large or prolonged quantities with thyroid (goitre), anaemia and digestive upset in grazing animals; small occasional amounts of the root are generally low-risk. 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 turnip 'hakurei'.

What should I do if my cat ate turnip 'hakurei'?

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 turnip 'hakurei' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Turnip 'Hakurei' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full turnip 'hakurei' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to turnip 'hakurei'?

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 turnip 'hakurei' pet-safety