Most cats are fastidious creatures and are careful of what they eat. Poisoning cats are, therefore, generally rare. Young cats, especially indoor cats, are most at risk as they may chew houseplants through curiosity or boredom.
The signs of poisoning can vary - drooling, repeated vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, sudden collapse, excessive irritation (red, swollen, blistering, or raw) of the skin, the mouth, or throat.
It’s more common for plants to cause skin irritation in cats than to poison them. Contact with the leaves, stems, or sap of certain plants can cause rashes and hypersensitivity to sunlight resulting in sunburn. In cats, these plants can cause blistering or itching of the mouth and gums.
contact your veterinary surgeon immediately if your cat is showing signs of poisoning. If you see your cat eat something that you suspect to be poisonous, don’t attempt to make it vomit. Take your cat to the vet with a sample of the plant or, even better, a plant label.
ou can prevent your cat from chewing on plants by misting the leaves then sprinkling them with cayenne pepper. You might also want to consider planting a container of grass (regular grass, not the drug) for your cat.
Of course, you can’t prevent your cat from coming into contact with hazardous plants in neighboring gardens, but you can note any toxic plants in their gardens. After gardening, ensure hedge clippings or uprooted plants are tidied up. Bulbs, rhizomes, and the roots can be the most hazardous parts of some plants.
Many plants are poisonous to cats. They vary in their toxicity. Many are irritant rather than poisonous. Below is a list of houseplants that can be harmful or fatal, depending on the quantity swallowed.
– The food should also contain taurine, an amino acid that cats need, as well as arachidonic acid. Cats also require vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids.
Plants surround most of us. They add the needed finishing touches to any decor. However, a small percentage of these plants have the potential to cause harm to our cats, and these beautiful plants could become a deadly enemy. Cats are generally sensible creatures - but they can become victims of poisoning.
Trim it to the pot's shape, cut a slit in it, and then a hole in the center for the plant. Rest it on top of the soil, and your cat will be unable to dig.