Is mint toxic to cats?
Also called: peppermint plant, spearmint, Garden Mint, Mentha
Caution
ASPCA lists it as toxic to cats: eating a large amount can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Keep it away from your cat. ASPCA lists mint as toxic to cats. Eating a large amount can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
When it's a problem
- Eating a large amount can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Clinical Signs: Vomiting and diarrhea with large ingestions
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Mint"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses
Clinical Signs: Vomiting and diarrhea with large ingestions
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Mint"
Checked 9 October 2026
Where this comes from
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Clinical Signs: Vomiting and diarrhea with large ingestions
Read "Toxic and Non-toxic Plants: Mint"
Checked 9 October 2026