Is jade plant toxic to dogs or cats?
Also known as: Crassula, money plant
Vomiting and incoordination; the mechanism is not well understood.
Same signs in cats: vomiting, wobbliness.
Jade plants reliably cause vomiting and sometimes a drunken wobble in pets, even though the exact toxin has never been identified. Most cases resolve with supportive care. A wobbly pet always deserves a vet call to rule out worse causes.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting
- Incoordination
- Lethargy
Sources: ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant list, Pet Poison Helpline. Verdicts are conservative by design: where evidence is thin we choose the stricter rating.
This is general educational information, not veterinary advice. When in doubt about your own pet, ask your veterinarian.
If your pet just ate something risky, act now: call your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435, or Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661 (consultation fees may apply).
