Coconut

Q: Can cats eat Coconut? — CatToxic

Caution: Small amounts OK — but can cause GI upset. Coconut flesh and coconut oil contain medium-chain fatty acids that can cause diarrhea and GI upset when eaten in significant quantities. Small amounts are not harmful. Coconut water is high in potassium and should be avoided. The shell is a choking hazard.

Q: Symptoms to watch for

loose stool, diarrhea, bloating (with large amounts)

Caution

Verdict

Small amounts OK — but can cause GI upset.

Source: ASPCA

Verdict

Coconut flesh and coconut oil contain medium-chain fatty acids that can cause diarrhea and GI upset when eaten in significant quantities. Small amounts are not harmful. Coconut water is high in potassium and should be avoided. The shell is a choking hazard.

Symptoms to watch for

• loose stool
• diarrhea
• bloating (with large amounts)

What to do

Small amounts of plain coconut flesh as a treat are generally fine. Avoid coconut water and large portions.

Related foods

Grapes

Toxic

Never — can cause kidney failure. Treat as dangerous.

Fruits

Raisins

Dangerous

Never — concentrated kidney toxin, even more dangerous than grapes.

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Avocado

Toxic

Avoid — persin in skin and pit is toxic; flesh is risky.

Fruits

Lemons

Caution

Avoid — essential oils and citric acid cause GI upset.

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