How to induce vomiting in cats | Dr Justine Lee

Did your cat just eat a poisonous lily plant or human medication? In this video, Dr. Justine Lee, veterinary specialist, discusses the dangers of poisoning in cats. Unfortunately, there is NOTHING at home that you can safely give to your cat to induce vomiting at home (as compared to dogs, where we can given 3% hydrogen peroxide). That's because hydrogen peroxide can result in severe side effects (e.g., hemorrhagic gastritis).

If your cat got into something poisonous, you need to get to your veterinarian or emergency veterinarian immediately for us to induce vomiting with safer, more effective medication (e.g., called alpha adrenergic agonists such as dexmedetomidine/Dexdomitor). When in doubt, contact your veterinarian, your emergency veterinarian, or the non-profit ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 for life-saving advice 24/7.

Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, is the CEO and founder of VETgirl, a subscription-based podcast & webinar service offering online veterinary continuing education. Dr. Lee trained at Cornell University, Angell, and University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Lee has been published in numerous veterinary journals and has authored several veterinary textbooks and book chapters, along with two humorous pet reference books. Dr. Lee is board-certified in both emergency/critical care and toxicology, and lectures throughout the world. More information can be found at www.drjustinelee.com and www.vetgirlontherun.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that this content has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not delay treatment based on this content, and when in doubt, seek veterinary professional advice!