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Is Weigela 'Midnight Wine' toxic to cats?

Weigela florida 'Elvera'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weigela 'midnight wine' 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. Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies.

What to do if your cat ate weigela 'midnight wine'

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

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

Is weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists weigela 'midnight wine' 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. Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats weigela 'midnight wine'?

Weigela florida 'Elvera' is not individually listed by the ASPCA. The genus lacks ASPCA non-toxic clearance; mild gastrointestinal upset in pets is plausible if plant material is consumed, so a mildly-toxic precautionary rating applies. 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 weigela 'midnight wine'.

What should I do if my cat ate weigela 'midnight wine'?

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 weigela 'midnight wine' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Weigela 'Midnight Wine' is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full weigela 'midnight wine' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to weigela 'midnight wine'?

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 weigela 'midnight wine' pet-safety