Are Pothos Toxic to Cats?

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Pothos are among the most popular houseplants. Pothos plants are fast-growing, easy to care for, and come in numerous variations.   

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These tropical plants are ideal for hanging baskets and planters because to their rich foliage and trailing growth. They are drought-tolerant and thrive in various lighting situations.  

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For many people, both plant experts and people who have never grown plants before, adding a pothos plant is an easy "yes.  

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This is important to know if you have a cat because these common flowers are thought to be harmful to cats.1. Here is all the information you need to keep your cat safe from pothos plants.  

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The ASPCA says all pothos are hazardous to cats.1 Calcium oxalate crystals in tropical plants irritate when touched. Pothos poisoning causes acute lip, tongue, and mouth burning, profuse drooling, vomiting, and difficulties swallowing.  

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Cats are good at hiding pain, so some of these symptoms may be hard to spot. However, if your cat's behavior changes and you fear it ate a pothos plant, call your vet immediately.  

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Are pothos plants unsuitable for cats? The choice is yours, but if your cat eats houseplants, avoid pothos.   

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However, with some precautions, you may choose to retain this tropical plant in your home if your cat doesn't like houseplants  

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