Are household candles (stacked candles) toxic to cats or dogs?
House candles (stacked candles) (Impatiens) — Cats: Safe · Dogs: Safe. Non-toxic to cats and dogs. Can be grown with pets. If you eat a large amount of the leaves, you may experience slight stomach upset. This is normal.
Other names: stacked candles, flower candles
English nameImpatiens
Scientific nameImpatiens spp.
catsafe
dogsafe
What should I do?
Not toxic to cats and dogs. Can be grown with pets. If you eat a large amount of the leaves, you may experience slight stomach upset. This is normal.
Used for making preliminary decisions. not a judgment If you eat the plant or have any unusual symptoms, contactAnimal clinic 24 hrs.or veterinarian immediately
Last checked 2026-07-03