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Is Yellow Archangel toxic to cats?

Lamium galeobdolon

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists yellow archangel 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. Lamium galeobdolon is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the species is in the Lamiaceae family which generally has low toxicity. Some sources note mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution; consult a vet if significant ingestion occurs.

What to do if your cat ate yellow archangel

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

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

Is yellow archangel toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is yellow archangel toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists yellow archangel 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. Lamium galeobdolon is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the species is in the Lamiaceae family which generally has low toxicity. Some sources note mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution; consult a vet if significant ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats yellow archangel?

Lamium galeobdolon is not individually listed by the ASPCA, but the species is in the Lamiaceae family which generally has low toxicity. Some sources note mild gastrointestinal irritation is possible if large quantities are ingested by pets. Treat with caution; consult a vet if significant ingestion occurs. 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 yellow archangel.

What should I do if my cat ate yellow archangel?

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 yellow archangel toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Yellow Archangel is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full yellow archangel pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to yellow archangel?

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 yellow archangel pet-safety