Is Baby's Breath Toxic to Pets?
Yes — baby's breath is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — baby's breath is mildly toxic to dogs.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Gypsophila elegans
- Toxic compound
- Gyposenin (saponin)
- Toxic parts
- All parts
- Also known as
- gypsophila
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
What to do
If your cat ate baby's breath
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your cat is small, young or elderly.
If your dog ate baby's breath
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your dog is small, young or elderly.
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Frequently asked questions
Is baby's breath toxic to cats?
Yes — baby's breath is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Is baby's breath toxic to dogs?
Yes — baby's breath is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Which parts of baby's breath are toxic?
All parts.
What makes baby's breath toxic?
Gyposenin (saponin).
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