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WRITTEN BYPet Poison Helpline Veterinarian Team Veterinarian Pet Poison Helpline®, your trusted source for toxicology and pet health advice in times of potential emergency, is available 24 hours,…,The most common holiday plants that can be toxic to cats include lilies, Christmas trees, yew, holly, mistletoe, and poinsettias. Some cause mild stomach upset, while others—like lilies and yew—can be life-threatening, so always call your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) right away if your cat is exposed. These beautiful living additions to your holiday decorations can be tempting for your cat to investigate. If your cat licks, chews, or eats holiday plants it’s possible that they could become ill, depending on what type they ingest and how much of it. For this reason, it’s important to consider what plants you bring home around the holidays and what access your cat might have to them.
