About CatToxic

Our Sources

All toxicity data is cross-checked against the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center's published lists and the Merck Veterinary Manual, a peer-reviewed veterinary reference. Each food and plant page links its source directly and shows the date it was last verified.

Every entry was cross-checked against these sources; the full data-integrity pass was completed 2026-06-12. See the "Verified" date on each entry's page.

Not Veterinary Advice

CatToxic is an informational resource — it is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If you suspect your cat has ingested something harmful, contact your veterinarian or a poison control hotline immediately.

Emergency Contacts

US — ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center

(888) 426-4435 aspca.org

24/7 — Consultation fee may apply.

US — Pet Poison Helpline

(855) 764-7661 petpoisonhelpline.com

24/7 — $89 per incident fee; also covers Canada.

GB — Animal PoisonLine

01202 509 000 animalpoisonline.co.uk

24/7 — £35 per call (8am–8pm weekdays), £45 at other times.

AU — Animal Poisons Helpline

1300 869 738 animalpoisons.com.au

24/7

NZ — Animal Poisons Helpline

0800 869 738 poisons.co.nz

11am–7pm NZ time (currently being extended) — Charges apply.

CA — Pet Poison Helpline

(855) 764-7661 petpoisonhelpline.com

24/7 — $89 per incident fee.

🐱 Cats are uniquely vulnerable to many substances that are harmless to dogs or humans. Their small body size, obligate carnivore metabolism, and limited liver glucuronidation mean toxins hit harder and faster. Never assume 'a little won't hurt.'

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