Toxic to cats · Household products

Is Liquid Potpourri toxic to cats?

Extreme severity No safe amount — No amount is considered safe.

Yes. Even a small amount can be life-threatening — treat any exposure as an emergency and contact a vet immediately.

Symptoms to watch for

  • chemical burns in the mouth
  • pawing at the mouth
  • difficulty breathing
  • inappetance
  • vomiting
  • retching
  • weakness
  • fever
  • tremors
  • organ damage

How vets treat it

Call a veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline immediately for life-saving treatment recommendations.

Why it's dangerous

The substance acts as a corrosive agent causing severe chemical burns to the mucous membranes and can lead to systemic organ damage if ingested.

Toxic compound: Essential oils

Good to know

Cats are significantly more sensitive than dogs; even a few licks can be life-threatening.

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.

More substances toxic to cats

Acids Extreme severity Alkalis Extreme severity Fireworks Extreme severity Hand Sanitizer (Ethanol) Extreme severity Everything toxic to cats →

Packaged food? Scan the barcode.

StrawPaw's food scanner reads the barcode on packaged products and flags ingredients that are risky for dogs and cats — before anything reaches the bowl.

Download StrawPaw for iOS