Is Juniper toxic to cats?

Yes. Juniper is toxic to cats (mildly toxic). Signs can include GI irritation.

Is Juniper toxic to dogs?

Yes. Juniper is toxic to dogs (mildly toxic).

What are the symptoms of Juniper poisoning in pets?

Reported signs include GI irritation. Contact your vet if ingestion is suspected.

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Is Juniper (Juniperus) Toxic to Cats & Dogs?

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Juniper is toxic to cats and dogs.

Severity : Mildly toxic

Who	Safety
🐱 Cats	Toxic · Mildly toxic
🐶 Dogs	Toxic · Mildly toxic
🧑 Humans	Toxic · Mildly toxic

Symptoms in pets

If a cat or dog chews or ingests Juniper, reported signs include:

GI irritation

Most affected parts: all parts, berries.

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Which Juniper plants does this cover?

This applies across the Juniperus genus (5 species in our database), including: Juniperus alpina, Juniperus ambigens, Juniperus angosturana, Juniperus arizonica, Juniperus ashei.

⚕️ Important: General reference information, not veterinary advice. If your pet has eaten Juniper, contact your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away.

Based on Leafy's botanical safety database (genus-level classification).

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