Toxic to cats · Bites & stings

Are Scorpions toxic to cats?

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

Yes, Scorpions are highly toxic to cats. Exposure can cause serious illness and needs prompt veterinary attention. No amount is considered safe.

Symptoms to watch for

  • drooling
  • localized pain
  • itchiness
  • redness
  • abnormal heart rate
  • abnormal blood pressure
  • dilated pupils
  • tremors
  • walking drunk
  • abnormal eye movement

How vets treat it

Symptomatic supportive care is the primary treatment; the use of antivenom is considered controversial.

Why it's dangerous

The venom contains a mixture of neurotoxins and proteins that affect the nervous system and cardiovascular function upon injection.

Toxic compound: Neurotoxins, proteins, and polypeptides

Good to know

The Arizona bark scorpion (Centruroides exilicauda) is the primary venomous species of concern in North America.

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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