Poisonous Substances – Feline
Remember the phrase, “Curiosity killed the cat”? Your cat’s natural curiosity could lead to toxicity if your cat ingests or is exposed to a poisonous food, plant, or drug. Below, you will find a list of common toxins to cats, so you can best be informed on how to keep your feline friend happy and healthy.
Poisonous foods:
- Onion
- Garlic
Poisonous plants:
- Easter Lily
- Tiger Lily
- Asian Lily
- Stargazer Lily
- Azalea
- Rhododendron
- Rosebay
- Oleander
- Lily-of-the-valley
- Foxglove
- Squill
- Castor Bean Plant
- Cyad Palms
Poisonous drugs:
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
In the event your feline friend ingests a poisonous substance, some symptoms to look for include: vomiting, weakness, pallor, diarrhea, lethargy and seizures. If you notice any of these symptoms or other strange behaviours please contact your veterinarian. Dundas Animal Hospital House Call Department can be reached at (905) 628-8207.
Works Cited:
Little, S. E. (2012). The Cat: Clinical Medicine and Management. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier Inc.
