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Household plants that can poison cats

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Xylitol

Caution

Not confirmed toxic to cats β€” but avoid entirely.

Human Food

Onion

Dangerous

Never β€” extremely toxic to cats. Far more dangerous than for dogs.

Vegetables

Garlic

Dangerous

Never β€” 5Γ— more concentrated than onion. Extremely toxic to cats.

Vegetables

Chives

Dangerous

Never β€” allium family, toxic to cats.

Vegetables

Leek

Dangerous

Never β€” allium family, highly toxic to cats.

Vegetables

Alcohol

Dangerous

Deadly β€” cats have zero tolerance for ethanol.

Drinks

Chocolate

Dangerous

Never β€” toxic, potentially fatal. Cats are more sensitive than dogs.

Human Food

Caffeine

Dangerous

Never β€” caffeine poisoning can be fatal in cats.

Drinks

Grapes

Toxic

Never β€” can cause kidney failure. Treat as dangerous.

Fruits

Raisins

Dangerous

Never β€” concentrated kidney toxin, even more dangerous than grapes.

Fruits

Macadamia Nuts

Toxic

Never β€” causes paralysis and serious illness.

Nuts

Raw Yeast Dough

Dangerous

Never β€” expands in the stomach and produces alcohol.

Human Food

Avocado

Toxic

Avoid β€” persin in skin and pit is toxic; flesh is risky.

Fruits

Blue Cheese

Toxic

Never β€” the mold produces a dangerous toxin.

Dairy

Nutmeg

Toxic

Never β€” myristicin causes neurological symptoms.

Herbs & Spices

Rhubarb

Toxic

Never β€” oxalic acid damages the kidneys.

Vegetables

Raw Fish

Toxic

Never β€” thiaminase destroys vitamin B1, causing deficiency.

Fish & Seafood

Raw Eggs

Toxic

Avoid β€” Salmonella risk and biotin interference.

Other

Dog Food

Toxic

Never as a diet β€” cats need taurine that dog food lacks.

Other

Bones

Toxic

Never β€” splinter and can perforate organs.

Meat

Fat Trimmings

Toxic

Avoid β€” high fat triggers pancreatitis.

Meat

Milk

Caution

Not poisonous β€” but most adult cats are lactose intolerant.

Dairy

Cheese

Caution

Small amounts OK for some cats β€” high in fat and lactose.

Dairy

Yogurt

Caution

Small amounts of plain yogurt may be OK β€” choose carefully.

Dairy

Ice Cream

Caution

Avoid β€” sugar, dairy, and potential xylitol risk.

Dairy

Canned Tuna (in excess)

Caution

Occasionally OK β€” but not as a regular diet.

Fish & Seafood

Tuna

Caution

Occasionally OK β€” mercury risk with regular feeding.

Fish & Seafood

Liver (in excess)

Caution

Small amounts OK β€” excess causes vitamin A toxicity.

Meat

Cooked Bones

Caution

Never β€” cooked bones splinter and can perforate organs.

Meat

Salt (Excess)

Caution

Use caution β€” large amounts cause sodium poisoning.

Human Food

Lemons

Caution

Avoid β€” essential oils and citric acid cause GI upset.

Fruits

Grapefruit

Caution

Avoid β€” psoralen and essential oils are toxic.

Fruits

Oranges

Caution

Avoid β€” essential oils in peel are toxic to cats.

Fruits

Mushrooms

Caution

Store-bought safe β€” wild mushrooms potentially deadly.

Herbs & Spices

Coconut

Caution

Small amounts OK β€” but can cause GI upset.

Fruits

Raw Pork

Caution

Avoid raw β€” risk of Trichinella and parasites.

Meat

Bread

Caution

Small amounts OK β€” avoid raw dough and flavored varieties.

Human Food

Peanut Butter

Caution

OK if xylitol-free β€” always check the label.

Nuts

Cinnamon

Caution

Not toxic β€” but irritates mouth and stomach in quantity.

Herbs & Spices

Honey

Caution

Small amounts OK for adult cats β€” avoid for kittens.

Human Food

Potato

Caution

Raw potatoes are toxic β€” cooked plain potato is OK in moderation.

Vegetables

Tomatoes

Caution

Ripe red flesh OK in small amounts β€” green parts are toxic.

Vegetables

Spinach

Caution

Very small amounts OK β€” regular feeding causes kidney stress.

Vegetables

Kale

Caution

Very small amounts only β€” isothiocyanates and oxidative risk.

Vegetables

Cooked Chicken

Safe

Yes β€” excellent protein source for cats.

Meat

Cooked Egg

Safe

Yes β€” excellent nutrition, fully cook it.

Other

Salmon

Safe

Yes (cooked only) β€” do not feed raw salmon.

Fish & Seafood

Turkey

Safe

Yes (plain cooked) β€” avoid bones, skin, and seasonings.

Meat

Beef

Safe

Yes (lean cooked) β€” a great protein source.

Meat

Shrimp

Safe

Yes (fully cooked, peeled) β€” a healthy lean protein.

Fish & Seafood

Rice

Safe

Yes β€” gentle on the stomach, good for upset tummies.

Human Food

Carrot

Safe

Yes β€” safe crunchy snack in small amounts.

Vegetables

Pumpkin

Safe

Yes β€” excellent for digestion.

Vegetables

Watermelon

Safe

Yes β€” hydrating treat; remove seeds and rind.

Fruits

Cucumber

Safe

Yes β€” safe hydrating snack.

Vegetables

Green Beans

Safe

Yes β€” safe in small amounts.

Vegetables

Blueberries

Safe

Yes β€” safe treat, high in antioxidants.

Fruits

Apple

Safe

Yes β€” remove core, seeds, and stem first.

Fruits

Banana

Safe

Yes β€” safe in small amounts, high in sugar.

Fruits

Strawberries

Safe

Yes β€” safe in small amounts.

Fruits

Sweet Potato

Safe

Yes (cooked) β€” nutritious in small amounts.

Vegetables

Peas

Safe

Yes β€” safe in small amounts.

Vegetables

Oatmeal

Safe

Yes β€” plain cooked oatmeal is safe in small amounts.

Human Food

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