Now that Spring is here, or just around the corner, here is a list of SOME plants that are toxic to cats:

If your cat is showing any one of these symptoms it is possible it has eaten a poisonous plant. Plant poisoning is dangerous and medical attention should be sought immediately. Try to identify the plant that has been ingested and have its name available when you contact your vet.

Here are some signs of plant poisoning and what to do if you suspect it.

• convulsions
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• pale gums or tongue
• swollen tongue
• refusal of food
• continual vomiting

If your cat displays one of more of these symptoms and you suspect it may have been eating a poisonous plant, call your vet or animal hospital immediately. Be prepared to describe your cat's symptoms and behavior, and the name or description of the plant you suspect may be the cause.

This information is courtesy of the CatNips newsletter, but they don’t know it because we've never been able to reach them by email… And, we just got an email that they've stopped publishing.