Are Mums Safe Around Cats

8. Chrysanthemums. Another vibrant flower you’ve surely seen on your quarantine-inspired walks, Chrysanthemums are mildly toxic to cats. What’s interesting is that they contain pyrethrins, which is an ingredient in many dog flea and tick medications that is particularly poisonous to cats.

Can cats be around mums?

The mum plant does not usually cause severe poisoning in cats. However, if your cat ingests the mum plant, gastrointestinal discomfort may result. Take your cat to the vet as soon as you can to relieve its discomfort. The mum plant, short for chrysanthemum, is a common garden plant that is very toxic to cats.

Are potted mums toxic to cats?

You may be tempted to move your gorgeous potted mums indoors when the weather gets colder, but they’re toxic to cats, dogs (and horses) when ingested. Signs of poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, hyper-salivation, loss of coordination, and dermatitis.