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Is ZZ Plant Lucky toxic to cats?

Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Lucky'

Toxic to cats

Yes — zz plant lucky is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. As a cultivar of Zamioculcas zamiifolia, 'Lucky' is toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and pawing at the mouth; site away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate zz plant lucky

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

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

Is zz plant lucky toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is zz plant lucky toxic to cats?

Yes — zz plant lucky is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a cultivar of Zamioculcas zamiifolia, 'Lucky' is toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and pawing at the mouth; site away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats zz plant lucky?

As a cultivar of Zamioculcas zamiifolia, 'Lucky' is toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Ingestion causes oral irritation, drooling, vomiting and pawing at the mouth; site away from pets. 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 zz plant lucky.

What should I do if my cat ate zz plant lucky?

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 zz plant lucky toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: ZZ Plant Lucky is toxic to dogs as well. See the full zz plant lucky pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to zz plant lucky?

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 zz plant lucky pet-safety