Is Apple toxic to cats?
Apple (Malus sylvestrus, as listed by the ASPCA) is toxic to cats (S3 Toxic): the ASPCA lists cyanogenic glycosides and says stems, leaves, and seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting, with brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, and shock.
- TOXINCyanogenic glycosides
- WHAT TO EXPECTStems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock.
- CALL THE VETContact your vet promptly after ingestion of stems, leaves, or seeds. The ASPCA lists difficulty breathing and shock, and says the cyanide is particularly toxic in the process of wilting.
Symptoms
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| Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock. |
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FAQ
Is Apple toxic to cats?
Yes, for Malus sylvestrus, as listed by the ASPCA: S3 Toxic. The Apple entry lists "Cyanogenic glycosides" and "Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock." Contact your vet promptly after ingestion.
Which plant does this Apple verdict cover?
Malus sylvestrus, as listed by the ASPCA. The Apple entry gives that scientific name, and its Additional Common Names field reads "Includes crabapples". This verdict follows that entry. Plants with other scientific names are not covered or graded here. Check the scientific name on the tag.
Which parts does the ASPCA name?
Stems, leaves, and seeds. The clinical signs line says "Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock." Contact your vet promptly after ingestion.
Is Apple toxic to dogs?
Yes, for Malus sylvestrus, as listed by the ASPCA: S3 Toxic. The Apple entry lists "Cyanogenic glycosides" and "Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock." Contact your vet promptly after ingestion.