Are Shamrock Plant Flowers Toxic to Cats?

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The shamrock plant (Oxalis spp.) can be toxic to cats. Oxalates in the plant are absorbed by the cat's gastrointestinal system, and travel to the kidneys. In the kidneys, oxalic acid combines with calcium, forming calcium oxalate crystals, according to Centennial Valley Animal Hospital. This can cause kidney damage.

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