Can Cats Eat Tobacco Plant?
No — Tobacco Plant is severely toxic to cats
Cats should not eat or be near Tobacco Plant (Nicotiana tabacum). It contains nicotine and anabasine which can cause hyperexcitability, tremors, vomiting in cats.
What Happens if a Cat Eats Tobacco Plant?
Symptoms typically appear within 15 minutes to 1 hour:
- Hyperexcitability
- Tremors
- Vomiting
- Drooling
- Seizures
- Respiratory paralysis
My Cat Ate Tobacco Plant — What Should I Do?
Veterinary emergency. Nicotine poisoning can be rapidly fatal. Rush to emergency care.
This is a veterinary emergency for cats. Do not wait for symptoms. Call ASPCA Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or your emergency vet immediately.
Key Facts About Tobacco Plant and Cats
No — severe toxicity
No — severe toxicity
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Nicotiana tabacum
Cat-Safe Alternatives to Tobacco Plant
If you love the look of Tobacco Plant, consider these cat-safe alternatives:
Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual. View full Tobacco Plant profile.