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Is Wherry's Foamflower toxic to cats?

Tiarella wherryi

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wherry's foamflower 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. Tiarella is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, and it does not appear in the Cornell poisonous-plants list. It is widely reported as non-toxic to pets, but because there is no authoritative ASPCA confirmation, treat it cautiously rather than asserting it is pet-safe; ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, so verify with a vet if eaten.

What to do if your cat ate wherry's foamflower

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

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

Is wherry's foamflower toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is wherry's foamflower toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists wherry's foamflower 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. Tiarella is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, and it does not appear in the Cornell poisonous-plants list. It is widely reported as non-toxic to pets, but because there is no authoritative ASPCA confirmation, treat it cautiously rather than asserting it is pet-safe; ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, so verify with a vet if eaten.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats wherry's foamflower?

Tiarella is not individually listed on the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database, and it does not appear in the Cornell poisonous-plants list. It is widely reported as non-toxic to pets, but because there is no authoritative ASPCA confirmation, treat it cautiously rather than asserting it is pet-safe; ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, so verify with a vet if eaten. 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 wherry's foamflower.

What should I do if my cat ate wherry's foamflower?

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 wherry's foamflower toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Wherry's Foamflower is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full wherry's foamflower pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to wherry's foamflower?

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 wherry's foamflower pet-safety