Watermelon

Q: Can cats eat Watermelon? — CatToxic

Safe: Yes — hydrating treat; remove seeds and rind. Watermelon flesh is 92% water and a safe, hydrating treat for cats. It contains vitamins A, B6, and C. The seeds and rind should be removed. Seedless varieties are easiest. Cats may or may not be interested in fruit, but watermelon is safe in small amounts.

Q: Symptoms to watch for

GI upset from seeds or rind, diarrhea in excess

Safe

Verdict

Yes — hydrating treat; remove seeds and rind.

Source: ASPCA

Verdict

Watermelon flesh is 92% water and a safe, hydrating treat for cats. It contains vitamins A, B6, and C. The seeds and rind should be removed. Seedless varieties are easiest. Cats may or may not be interested in fruit, but watermelon is safe in small amounts.

Symptoms to watch for

• GI upset from seeds or rind
• diarrhea in excess

What to do

Remove all seeds and the rind. Offer flesh only in small pieces.

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Grapes

Toxic

Never — can cause kidney failure. Treat as dangerous.

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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.

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Lemons

Caution

Avoid — essential oils and citric acid cause GI upset.

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