The water your tree sits in may contain sap and harmful preservatives, so be careful your cat doesn't drink from the reservoir around your live tree as well. The sap from these trees is also toxic to your cat. According to Pet Poison Helpline, pine needles can cause nausea, vomiting, skin irritation or injury to the stomach if ingested. Those little needles that fall all around your Christmas tree can be toxic and otherwise unsafe for your kitty. A good place to start is knowing which aspects of your holiday tree pose potential dangers to your cat. While it might seem near impossible to keep your cat out of your Christmas tree - especially if they're a younger kitty - you can take steps to help keep your curious climbing kitty out of harm's way. The Trouble With Cats and Christmas Trees If you celebrate Christmas or if having a tree is part of your holiday tradition, understanding how to build a cat-safe Christmas tree can help ensure that both your kitty and your tree stay healthy all season long.
While they may be a cute combination, cats and Christmas trees can also be a destructive force. You've probably heard at least one story of a cat who toppled a Christmas tree over in their zeal to leap into it.
