If you have houseplants that are toxic for cats, then the possibility of your pet nibbling on these plant parts is high. This can be highly toxic for your cats. The article looks at what you should do if your cat experiences the toxic effects of these houseplants.

Toxic effects of houseplants
There are certain houseplants that are toxic to cats. If your cat accidentally or deliberately eats any of these toxic houseplants or even comes into contact with the pollen of the plant, the results could be disastrous for your pet.

The toxic effect of a plant depends on the type of plant and the plant part consumed. For instance, lilies can cause liver failure if consumed. Onions can cause anemia and sago can cause liver failure and seizures.

Consuming such toxic plant parts can cause different types of side effects which includes:

• Vomiting and stomach upset
• Severe pain in the abdomen
• Diarrhea
• Exhaustion
• Itching and dermatitis
• Drooling
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Breathing problems and taking labored breaths
• Increased urination
• Increase in heartbeat or slowdown of the heartbeat, depending on the toxin
• Seizures
• Feeling drowsy continuously
• Fatigue

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You cannot be behind your cat all the time and will have no idea what the cat has eaten. The symptoms mentioned above are a result of consuming toxic plant parts. These symptoms could be the result of some other condition too or any other poisoning.

In any case, if you observe your pet having one or more of the symptoms described above, then it could be an indicator that your pet has eaten a toxic houseplant. You could do a quick survey of your houseplants to look for signs of damage to the plant after your cat ate it.

If you spot your cat eating a plant, then you can know for sure which plant your cat has eaten. This is important as the toxicity level and the type of plant determines the effect. Some plants cause only minor effects on cats and they may resolve on their own. Others need urgent medical attention so you can treat your cat immediately.

Try to identify the toxic plant your cat has consumed so your vet can administer the right treatment.

Go to a vet
You need to go to a vet without wasting any time, especially if the symptoms repeat or if the symptoms are severe. In case of your cat losing consciousness or having seizures, it needs an emergency visit to the vet.

Some people suggest inducing vomiting to get the toxins out of the system. It is better not to waste time doing this. Take your cat to the vet who will decide what the poisoning is and prescribe the best treatment.

The effects of toxic houseplants for cats were highlighted in this article. The information provided would have helped you understand what you need to do if your cat consumes a toxic plant. Immediate action can help save your cat’s life.