Is spineless yucca toxic to cats and dogs?
Quick answer
Toxic to cats and dogs. Spineless yucca contains saponins (steroidal glycosides).
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Spineless yucca Yucca elephantipes
What to do if your pet ate it
If you think your cat or dog ate any part of a spineless yucca, act quickly. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.
- Remove the plant from the pet’s reach.
- Call your vet or an emergency animal clinic immediately.
- When you call, have the plant’s name or a photo ready. Tell the vet roughly how much your pet ate and when.
Do not induce vomiting unless a vet specifically instructs you to. It can make some poisonings worse.
Symptoms
In cats and dogs, eating it can cause:
- Vomiting
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Pet-safety information in the JungleBook uses ASPCA reference data where available. It is reference information, not veterinary advice. ASPCA lists the whole Yucca genus, so this applies to every Yucca species, including this one.
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