Verdict
Strawberries are safe for cats and contain fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. They are high in natural sugar, so moderation is important. Remove the leaves before serving. Cats may or may not show interest in fruit.
Symptoms to watch for
- • GI upset with very large amounts
What to do
Rinse, remove leaves, and cut into small pieces. A few pieces as an occasional treat is fine.
Related foods
Grapes
ToxicNever — can cause kidney failure. Treat as dangerous.
FruitsRaisins
DangerousNever — concentrated kidney toxin, even more dangerous than grapes.
FruitsAvocado
ToxicAvoid — persin in skin and pit is toxic; flesh is risky.
FruitsLemons
CautionAvoid — essential oils and citric acid cause GI upset.
Fruits