First Aid Kit: What to Do Immediately After Your Cat Ingests a Poisonous Leaf

Discovering your cat has eaten a toxic plant is every owner's nightmare. The actions you take in the first few minutes can make a massive difference.

1. Remove the Plant

Gently remove any remaining plant material from your cat's mouth. Do not force their mouth open if they are aggressive.

Knowing exactly what they ate is crucial. Use our Search Tool to identify the plant and check its toxicity level.

Unless explicitly instructed by a vet, never try to make your cat vomit. Some substances (like Bleach or caustics) cause more damage coming back up.

Time is of the essence. Contact your vet or an emergency clinic.

Take a piece of the plant (or vomit/stool) with you to the vet. This helps them confirm the toxin.

The best first aid is prevention. Browse our Directory to ensure your home is free of Lilies, Sago Palms, and other dangers.