Plants & Cats. General Information Most cats love to nibble on greenery Most cats love to nibble on greenery Anything from decorative house plants, lush.

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Plants & Cats

General Information Most cats love to nibble on greenery Most cats love to nibble on greenery Anything from decorative house plants, lush tropical, and colorful floral accents Anything from decorative house plants, lush tropical, and colorful floral accents Cats are fond of the taste of different grasses Cats are fond of the taste of different grasses

Carnivores and Grass? Yes all cats are carnivores and they require a protein-based diet Yes all cats are carnivores and they require a protein-based diet Should be allowed to consume some greens Should be allowed to consume some greens Not the primary part of diet Not the primary part of diet Does not induce vomiting Does not induce vomiting

Toxic Plants Yes, some plants can be toxic or even fatal Yes, some plants can be toxic or even fatal Not all plants are toxic Not all plants are toxic Most plants are safe for cats Most plants are safe for cats Top 10 toxic plants: Top 10 toxic plants: Lilies Sago Palm Tulip Azalea Marijuana Oleander Castor Bean Kalanchoe Yew

Lilies

Sago Palm

Tulips

Azalea

Cyclamen

Marijuana

Oleander

Castor Bean

Kalanchoe

Yew

Non-toxic / Safe Plants Safe Plants: Safe Plants: Alyssum Alyssum Bamboo Bamboo Christmas Orchid Christmas Orchid Wild Strawberry Wild Strawberry Easter Daisy Easter Daisy

What if my cat ingests a poisonous plant? Toxins have varied effects on cats Toxins have varied effects on cats Effects: Effects: Skin rash Skin rash Vomiting Vomiting Diarrhea Diarrhea Convulsions Convulsions Kidney Failure Kidney Failure Death Death

Steps to take: Urgent medical attention Urgent medical attention Take them to a vet Take them to a vet Make sure to take a sample of the plant with you Make sure to take a sample of the plant with you Can call , ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Can call , ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center $55 consultation fee $55 consultation fee