Is Eucalyptus Toxic to Pets?
Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to cats. Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to dogs. Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to horses.
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
- Eucalyptus spp.
- Toxic compound
- Eucalyptol (essential oil)
- Toxic parts
- Leaves and oil
- Also known as
- gum tree
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Horses (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate eucalyptus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate eucalyptus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your horse ate eucalyptus
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your horse ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Eucalyptus leaves and oil can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and depression.
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Frequently asked questions
Is eucalyptus toxic to cats?
Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is eucalyptus toxic to dogs?
Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is eucalyptus toxic to horses?
Yes — eucalyptus is toxic to horses. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of eucalyptus are toxic?
Leaves and oil.
What makes eucalyptus toxic?
Eucalyptol (essential oil).
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