Can cats eat avocado?
If your cat has already eaten this and you are worried, contact your veterinarian.
Why
While the toxic compound persin is not known to cause heart failure or breathing issues in cats like it does in other animals, the fruit can still cause mild gastrointestinal upset. The large pit and thick skin also present a serious choking or intestinal blockage hazard.
If you do feed it
- Remove the pit and skin completely before offering any tiny piece
- Limit to a very small amount as an occasional treat, not a meal
- Monitor your cat closely for vomiting or diarrhea after consumption
Watch out for
- the large pit
- the tough skin
- guacamole or sweetened avocado products
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