Houseplant
Is ZZ plant toxic to cats and dogs?
Zamioculcas zamiifolia · also called Zanzibar gem
Cats
Mildly toxicDogs
Mildly toxicThe ZZ plant irritates the mouth and stomach if chewed. It is not dangerous in small amounts, but best placed out of reach.
By Maya Hart
If your pet chewed it
- Rinse your pet’s mouth with water and offer a drink.
- Most pets recover within a few hours; call your vet if drooling, vomiting or pawing at the mouth continues.
Signs to watch for
- Drooling
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
What is harmful
- Parts
- Leaves and stems
- Substance
- Calcium oxalates
Pet-safe alternatives
Questions owners ask
Is ZZ plant toxic to cats?
Yes — mildly toxic to cats. Harmful parts: leaves and stems.
Is ZZ plant toxic to dogs?
Yes — mildly toxic to dogs. Harmful parts: leaves and stems.
What happens if a pet eats zz plant?
drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea.
What should I do if my pet chewed it?
Rinse your pet’s mouth with water and offer a drink. Most pets recover within a few hours; call your vet if drooling, vomiting or pawing at the mouth continues.
What are pet-safe alternatives to zz plant?
Spider plant, Boston fern, Calathea (prayer plant), Areca palm, Moth orchid.
Sources
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