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Many of us keep houseplants to give our homes a touch of nature. Plants are pretty and provide so much interest to a space, too! But we have to be careful about the plants we keep in the house, including the Wandering Jew plant. What happens if a cat eats a Wandering Jew plant?
Has your cat eaten a Wandering Jew plant? Are you worried the Wandering Jew plant will make your cat sick? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We understand it can be scary when your cat eats something like this.
We’ve gathered information about the Wandering Jew plant and whether it can make your cat sick. Let’s get started!
What is the Wandering Jew Plant?
The Wandering Jew plant (also called Tradescantia) is a tropical plant that can be grown indoors. The plant has beautiful purple leaves with stripes of green. The plant also produces flowers that can be light purple, white, or pink.
The plants are popular because they create lovely vines that can be used to decorate your home. In addition, the plants are easy to grow and care for.
But what happens if your cat eats a Wandering Jew plant? Will the Wandering Jew make your cat sick?
Wandering Jew Plant & Cats
Unfortunately, Wandering Jew plants are somewhat toxic to cats. The plants contain sap that can cause skin and digestive tract irritation.
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Ask a Vet Live NowSymptoms of Wandering Jew Plant Toxicity in Cats
You may notice these symptoms if your cat has eaten a Wandering Jew plant:
- Skin irritation around the mouth or paws
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Lack of appetite
If your cat develops these symptoms, monitor her for 12 to 24 hours. If the symptoms do not stop or get worse, it’s best to call the vet right away.
The main concern is that persistent diarrhea and vomiting could cause dehydration in your feline companion.
Treatment of Wandering Jew Toxicity in Cats
The vet has medications that work to stop diarrhea and vomiting. Your fur baby may also need medicine to ease the irritation in her digestive system. If your cat has skin irritation, the vet will wash the sap from your cat’s skin and provide medication to treat the irritation.
The good news is that most cats will make a complete recovery after eating a Wandering Jew plant! However, it’s best to keep your cat away from the plant. This may mean closing the room so your fur baby can’t get in. You’ll both be happier for it!
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