Are Christmas trees dangerous for cats?

Live Trees: Fir, spruce, and pine trees make excellent Christmas trees and are generally non-toxic to pets. The needles, however, can cause oral irritation and in excessive amounts, gastrointestinal upset.

Is it OK to have a real Christmas tree with a cat?

Although the most common Christmas trees, such as real pine or fir trees, aren’t toxic to cats should your four-legged pal simply brush past it, if your kitty should eat pine needles, sap, drink the water or chew on the branches you may find yourself in hot water.

Why are cats obsessed with Christmas trees?

“It can provide height, a place to hide, and is full of toys — all things that cats love.” In a sense, it is the perfect playground for your feline friend. Dr. Casali concurs, adding that your Christmas tree could give them a sense of shelter or comfort.

How do I get my cat to stop eating my Christmas tree?

Scents & Sprays: Make your own spray with water + orange, lemongrass or citronella oil. Some cats detest these scents and will avoid the area on their own. Orange peels placed around the base of the tree may have a similar effect – just replace them every couple of days.

How toxic is pine to cats?

Holiday Trees The oils in pine trees can be harmful to cats, potentially leading to liver damage and even death. Meanwhile, pine needles are sharp and can damage a cat’s internal organs if ingested. They also pose a hazard to paws if stepped on.

Why do Christmas trees make cats crazy?

The tree has outdoor smells and bark to scratch so there is plenty to investigate.” Besides, who could blame cats for wanting to play with tons of dangling, shiny things? “Those ornaments you hang on the tree turn it into a giant cat toy,” Delgado adds. “Lots of fun things to bat around.”

How do I stop my cat from attacking the Christmas tree?

You can try placing orange peels at the base of the tree, using an orange or citrus-scented spray-on branch, or putting apple cider vinegar-coated pine cones near the tree. There are also ready-made cat deterrents available at most pet stores. Cover the trunk of your live Christmas tree with aluminum foil.

What happens if my cat eats pine needles?

Pine needles can be ingested and puncture intestines. Pine is highly toxic to cats, potentially causing liver damage or death.”

How do I keep my cat from peeing on my Christmas tree?

Wrap some tin foil around the trunk of tree to repel your cat. Cats don’t like the the feeling of tin foil or the sound and will often run away. Spray the tree and some of the decorations with citronella spray. The smell repels cats but may also repel you so use it sparingly.

What kind of Christmas tree is safe for cats?

Live trees: Choose a Christmas tree with pet-friendly, pliable needles, such as a Douglas fir or white pine. Their needles won’t stick in your cat’s paws. Plus, some cats like to eat stray needles, which can cause choking and seriously upset tummies.

How do you keep cats out of a Christmas tree?

Spray your Christmas tree with a cat repellant spray that you can purchase at your local pet supply store. This will deter your kitty without leaving a noticeable odor to human noses. Or, you might try a citrus spray, as cats are repelled by citrus odor too. Apple cider vinegar can also be sprayed as a cat repellant.

What to do with Dead Christmas tree?

Steps Have it recycled. Councils or local municipalities in many regions collect dead Christmas trees and turn them into garden mulch. Use the tree for kindling. If you have an open fireplace and room to cut a tree, Christmas tree wood makes ideal kindling. Make your own mulch. If you don’t have a council to do the mulching, do it yourself.

Are pine needles poisonous to cats?

Pine needles can be ingested and puncture intestines, and pine is highly toxic to cats, potentially causing liver damage and death. Additionally, the water that cut trees are placed into is toxic.

Can My Cat drink Christmas tree water?

Christmas tree water contains preservatives that help the tree last longer. These are usually dextrose (a sugar) and some fertilizer, as well as tiny amounts of some metals. It’s not likely that drinking this water will make your cat sick. Sometimes they will get an upset tummy from it, but that’s about all.