Re: Asparagus Fern &;; Cats


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Posted by Tanya on January 06, 19101 at 13:05:36:

In Reply to: Asparagus Fern &; Cats posted by JR on October 19, 19100 at 14:48:21:

One of my cats ate some of the plant and she did vomit, but I did not see any other symptoms.

However, I just found this info on another site, and now I am going to make sure that this plant is off limits to the cats:

Known as:  Asparagus Fern, Emerald Feather, Plumosus Fern  (see also Sprengeri Fern)
Latin Name:  Asparagus setaceus
Description: Fine feathery fronds of a bright emerald green.
Symptoms: Vomiting, drooling, diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramps, swelling around the mouth, or difficulty in breathing.  May cause tremors, heart and respiratory and/or kidney problems which are difficult for an owner to detect.
Treatment: Unless your cat is unconscious or having convulsions, induce vomiting.  Get immediate veterinary assistance.
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Hope this helps.


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