Feather Geranium

Yes, feather geranium (Ambrosia mexicana) is considered toxic to cats. Ingestion can cause oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, and gastrointestinal distress, so it should be kept out of reach.

According to the ASPCA, cats that eat feather geranium may show vomiting, anorexia (refusal to eat), and depression. Drooling and oral irritation can appear quickly as the cat chews the leaves.

Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 right away, especially if your cat eats more than a small mouthful, vomits more than once or twice, refuses food for more than a few hours, or seems unusually withdrawn.

Oral irritation and drooling can begin as soon as the cat chews the leaves, but onset and recovery times for feather geranium ingestion in cats are not well documented. Monitor closely and contact your vet if symptoms persist or worsen.

Yes, Feather Geranium (Ambrosia mexicana) is considered toxic to dogs if ingested. The ASPCA lists it as a potentially toxic plant, and dogs that eat it may experience vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and irritation of the mouth or throat.

Signs to watch for include vomiting, diarrhea, refusal to eat, lethargy, drooling, and oral discomfort while chewing. Symptoms are often mild, but individual reactions can vary.

Remove your dog from the plant and rinse their mouth with water if they show oral irritation. Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or your veterinarian if your dog has eaten a noticeable quantity, is vomiting repeatedly, refuses to eat for more than a few hours, or seems lethargic.

Onset and recovery times for Feather Geranium ingestion in dogs are not well documented. Monitor your dog closely after any known exposure and contact your vet if symptoms appear or worsen.