🌿 Cyclamen
Verdict
Toxic — roots are most dangerous, causes severe GI effects.
If your cat ate this
Cats hide symptoms — don't wait and see. Even small amounts of certain substances can be fatal to a cat. Act fast.
- 1. Call your veterinarian immediately
- 2. ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
- 3. Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661 (consultation fee applies)
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Verdict
Cyclamen species contain cyclamen, a toxic saponin concentrated most heavily in the roots. Ingestion causes severe vomiting and diarrhea, which can be life-threatening in small cats or kittens due to dehydration. The roots are the most toxic part — cats digging in potting soil may access them.
Symptoms to watch for
- • severe vomiting
- • diarrhea
- • lethargy
- • dehydration
- • death (in severe cases)
What to do
Contact your vet if your cat ate cyclamen, especially the roots. Ensure potting soil is inaccessible to cats.
📞 US ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
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