![]() Chewing of lights and wires can be a problem, especially for nosy kittens and it is not uncommon for cats to pass urine just where you don’t want them to i.e. Ingestion of Christmas tree needles and the fake snow applied to them can cause stomach upset and other decorations can be ingested resulting in a ‘foreign body’. ![]() Injuries are reported from falling from Christmas trees and from the resulting smashed baubles, with glass ones particularly sharp when broken. Usually, both are unharmed but it is worth considering securing the tree to avoid this. ![]() Many cat owners have had the experience of their cat climbing the Christmas tree and it falling over. In addition, mistletoe, holly, ivy and Christmas cherry can cause a tummy upset and should be kept away from inquisitive cats. Nevertheless, it is still a good idea to keep the plant out of reach. Even these signs soon resolve without any specific treatment. If they do show any signs they are mild such as being sick, drooling, refusing food and being quieter than normal. The Veterinary Poisons Information Service informs us that in over half the cases of pets eating Poinsettia plants reported to them, the cat or dog shows no signs of illness. Poinsettia is often mentioned as a potentially poisonous plant but its reputation is perhaps unfair. Poinsettia can be toxic but clinical signs are usually mild
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