Essential oils can be toxic to cats, and its important to know which ones to avoid. Cats are especially susceptible to potential toxicity from essential oils due to the different way in which their liver functions. Here are some essential oils that are known to be dangerous for cats:

• Wintergreen oil
• Peppermint oil
• Pine oil
• Eucalyptus
• Clove oil
• Tea tree/Melaleuca oil
• Citrus oil or those containing d-limonene
• Ylang Ylang
• Cinnamon oil
• Pennyroyal oil

Symptoms of potential toxicity include drooling, vomiting, tremors, difficulty breathing, panting, low body temperature, and sudden collapse. Its important to keep essential oils and liquid potpourri products out of reach of cats at all times, and to consult a veterinarian before using any essential oils on or around your cat.