Toxic to cats · Plants

Is Euonymus toxic to cats?

High severity

Yes. Exposure can cause serious illness and needs prompt veterinary attention.

Symptoms to watch for

  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • drooling
  • abdominal pain
  • colic
  • cardiac arrhythmia

How vets treat it

Immediate veterinary consultation is recommended for decontamination and monitoring of cardiac rhythm if large amounts were ingested.

Why it's dangerous

The plant contains cardiac glycosides which interfere with the heart's electrical activity and cause gastrointestinal irritation.

Toxic compound: cardiac glycosides

Good to know

Cardiac signs such as arrhythmias are rare and typically only occur following a massive ingestion of plant material.

Sources

This page is informational and is not veterinary advice. If your pet has been exposed to something risky, contact your vet or an animal poison control line right away.

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