These plants, shrubs, and common household agents are HIGHLY toxic. While it is unlikely that your CAT would choose to nibble or lick any of these [after all CATS are smarter than dogs] some, like Lilies of the Valley are particularly toxic. Kittens are more susceptible than adult CATS. PGAA™ pulled all Lily of the Valley out of our gardens. We do have some of the other plants and shrubs, but, we moved them to areas behind walls or fences. If you have these plants in your garden, watch your CAT to see if he or she visits the area. If so, we recommend that you remove the plants or move them to an area protected from your CATS. If you have any questions you should check with your vet.
| Amaryllis | Azalea |
| Broom (Cytisis) | Caladium |
| Crown of Thorns | Daffodils |
| Dumbcane | English Holly |
| English Ivy | Euonymus |
| Foxglove | Honeysuckle |
| Hyacinth | Hydrangea |
| Iris | Jonquil |
| Larkspur | Laurel |
| Lily-of-the-Valley | Narcissus |
| Philodendron | Skunk Cabbage |
| Wisteria | Yew |
Mix Hydrogen Peroxide (1 teaspoon) in a cup of water; or 1-2 tablespoons of salt per cup of water; or Syrup of Ipecac - 1/2 mil per pound of the pet.
Alert your vet that your pet may have been poisoned. Try to identify the specific poison so that antidotes can be found.
Watch your pet carefully. You may have to treat for shock or administer CPR (See related articles entitled: How to give You CAT CPR and What to do if Your CAT is in Shock.
| Antifreeze | Bathroom Cleaners |
| Drain Cleaners | Fuel (gas, oil, kerosene) |
| Furniture Polish | Laundry Bleach |
| Oven Cleaners | Poisons (rat, snail, roach bait) |
| Rust Remover | Varnish/Paint Removers |
For caustic poisons do not induce vomiting. Try to dilute the poison with milk, an egg white in 1 cup of water, or 1-2 teaspoons of Milk of Magnesia in water.
Alert your vet that your CAT may have been poisoned. Try to identify the specific poison so that antidotes can be found.
Watch your CAT carefully. You may have to treat for shock or administer CPR (see How to give You CAT CPR and What to do if Your CAT is in Shock
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