Is Buttercup toxic to cats?

Yes. Buttercup is toxic to cats (mildly toxic). Signs can include GI irritation, drooling.

Is Buttercup toxic to dogs?

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

What are the symptoms of Buttercup poisoning in pets?

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

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Is Buttercup (Ranunculus) Toxic to Cats & Dogs?

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Buttercup 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 Buttercup, reported signs include:

GI irritation
drooling

Most affected parts: all parts.

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Which Buttercup plants does this cover?

This applies across the Ranunculus genus (10 species in our database), including: Ranunculus aberdaricus, Ranunculus abnormis, Ranunculus abortificus, Ranunculus abortivus, Ranunculus acriformis, Ranunculus allobrogorum, Ranunculus angulatus, Ranunculus armingfordensis, Ranunculus arvensis, Ranunculus asiaticus.

⚕️ Important: General reference information, not veterinary advice. If your pet has eaten Buttercup, 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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