Is Philodendron toxic to cats?

Yes. Philodendron is toxic to cats (moderately toxic). drooling, oral irritation, vomiting.

Is Philodendron toxic to dogs?

Yes. Philodendron is toxic to dogs (moderately toxic).

What are the symptoms of Philodendron poisoning in pets?

Reported signs include drooling, oral irritation, vomiting. Contact your vet if ingestion is suspected.

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Is Philodendron (Philodendron) Toxic to Cats & Dogs?

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Philodendron is toxic to cats and dogs.

Severity : Moderately toxic

Who	Safety
🐱 Cats	Moderately toxic
🐶 Dogs	Moderately toxic
🧑 Humans	Moderately toxic

Symptoms in pets

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

drooling
oral irritation
vomiting

Most affected parts: all parts.

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Which Philodendron plants does this cover?

This applies across the Philodendron genus (182 species in our database), including: Philodendron aequilaterum, Philodendron alanbrantii, Philodendron ampamii, Philodendron ampullaceum, Philodendron anaadu, Philodendron ancuashii, Philodendron angustialatum, Philodendron angustilobum, Philodendron angustisectum, Philodendron anisotomum, Philodendron applanatum, Philodendron aristeguietae….

Important: General reference information, not veterinary advice. If your pet has eaten Philodendron, contact your vet or a pet poison control center right away.

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

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