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Is Zespri Gold Kiwi toxic to cats?

Actinidia chinensis 'Hort16A'

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists zespri gold kiwi 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. Actinidia chinensis 'Hort16A' is not specifically listed as toxic by ASPCA. As with green kiwi, the fruit, leaves, and skin can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs, particularly due to the actinidain enzyme and trace oxalic acid. The fruit is safe and nutritious for human consumption. Treat as mildly toxic to pets and keep vine foliage and fallen fruit out of reach of animals. Seek veterinary advice if substantial ingestion occurs.

What to do if your cat ate zespri gold kiwi

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

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

Is zespri gold kiwi toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is zespri gold kiwi toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists zespri gold kiwi 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. Actinidia chinensis 'Hort16A' is not specifically listed as toxic by ASPCA. As with green kiwi, the fruit, leaves, and skin can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs, particularly due to the actinidain enzyme and trace oxalic acid. The fruit is safe and nutritious for human consumption. Treat as mildly toxic to pets and keep vine foliage and fallen fruit out of reach of animals. Seek veterinary advice if substantial ingestion occurs.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats zespri gold kiwi?

Actinidia chinensis 'Hort16A' is not specifically listed as toxic by ASPCA. As with green kiwi, the fruit, leaves, and skin can cause mild gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs, particularly due to the actinidain enzyme and trace oxalic acid. The fruit is safe and nutritious for human consumption. Treat as mildly toxic to pets and keep vine foliage and fallen fruit out of reach of animals. Seek veterinary advice if substantial 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 zespri gold kiwi.

What should I do if my cat ate zespri gold kiwi?

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 zespri gold kiwi toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Zespri Gold Kiwi is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full zespri gold kiwi pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to zespri gold kiwi?

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 zespri gold kiwi pet-safety