Are loose claws toxic to cats or dogs?
Inch Plant (Wandering Jew) — Cats: Mild poison · Dogs: Mild poison · Slight level of severity. Poisonous. The sap in the plant causes skin inflammation and irritation. (The Tradescantia zebrina species found mostly in Thailand is in the same group.) If your little one gnaws or touches it, there will be a red, itchy rash. You should see a veterinarian.
Other names: Loose Crab Claw, Wondering Jiw, Shrimp Claw Tree
English nameInch Plant (Wandering Jew)
Scientific nameTradescantia fluminensis
catMild poison
dogMild poison
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Skin inflammation/irritation
- Irritating to the mouth and stomach when chewing.
What should I do?
It is poisonous. The sap from the tree causes skin inflammation and irritation (Tradescantia zebrina species found mostly in Thailand is in the same group). If you chew or touch it, you will get a red, itchy rash. You should see a veterinarian.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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