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Is Tinsel & Ribbons toxic to cats?
Toxic
Aliases / Scientific Name
Holiday String, Packing Tape, Yarn
Summary
While not 'poisonous', they are high-risk 'linear foreign bodies' that cause intestinal strangulation.
Symptoms
- Vomiting
- Straining to defecate
- Painful abdomen
- Hidden under tongue
Action
VETERINARY EMERGENCY. Do NOT pull if seen in the mouth or anus; this can sever intestines.
Vet ReviewedLast Updated: Dec 2025
Data source: ASPCA