Dangerous Foods — MewGuard

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Alcohol

Gastrointestinal Upset · Neurological Impairment · Hypothermia

food ⚠ Caution

Apple (seeds)

Malus spp.

Difficulty Breathing and Hyperventilation · Vomiting and Diarrhea · Muscle Tremors, Incoordination, and Seizures

food ⚠ Caution

Avocado

Persea americana

Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Abdominal Discomfort · Pancreatitis (Inflammation of the Pancreas) · Labored Breathing (Dyspnea), Coughing, and Fluid Accumulation (Edema/Congestion)

food ⚠ Caution

Bones

Based on the provided sources and our conversation history, ingesting bones · Choking · Gastrointestinal Obstruction, Laceration, or Perforation

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Caffeinated drinks / Soda

Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Increased Thirst and Urination · Severe Neurological Overstimulation

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Candies

The symptoms a cat exhibits after ingesting candies depend primarily on the toxic ingredients present, most notably chocolate · Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Agitation, Hyperactivity, and Tremors

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Cherries

Difficulty Breathing and Hyperventilation · Vomiting and Diarrhea · Convulsions, Seizures, and Twitching

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Chocolate

Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Increased Thirst and Urination (Polydipsia and Polyuria) · Severe Neurological Overstimulation

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Citrus fruits (oranges, tangerines, lemons, pomelos)

Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Stomach Upset · Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression · Skin Irritation and Allergic Reactions

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Cocoa

Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Increased Thirst and Urination (Polydipsia and Polyuria) · Severe Neurological Overstimulation

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Coffee

Gastrointestinal Upset · Increased Thirst and Urination · Severe Neurological Overstimulation

food ⚠ Caution

Corn Cob

Corn

Based on the provided sources and our conversation history, the corn kernels themselves are actually safe for cats to eat in small amounts1. However · Gastrointestinal Obstruction (From Swallowing the Cob) · Aflatoxicosis (From Moldy Corn)

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Garlic

Because garlic is a member of the Allium family and contains potent organosulfur compounds, it causes symptoms very similar to onion toxicosis · Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, and Drooling · Lethargy, Weakness, and Depression

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Green tomatoes

Green tomatoes, as well as the leaves and stems of the tomato plant · Severe Gastrointestinal Upset · Hypersalivation

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Gum

Unlike dogs, who suffer severe and life-threatening reactions to chewing gum containing the artificial sweetener xylitol · Transient Salivation (Drooling) · Gastrointestinal Upset

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Jelly

The symptoms a cat exhibits after ingesting jelly depend entirely on the ingredients used to make it, specifically whether it contains xylitol · Gastrointestinal Upset (From High Sugar/Carbohydrates) · Transient Salivation (From Xylitol in Sugar-Free Jelly)

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Leeks

Because leeks belong to the Allium genus, their toxicosis presents with the exact same clinical signs as onions, garlic · Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, and Loss of Appetite · Lethargy, Weakness, and Depression

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Liver

While liver is not inherently toxic in small amounts · Abnormal Bone Development and Joint Pain · Dermatological Abnormalities

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Macadamia nuts

While the specific mysterious toxin in macadamia nuts is most widely documented to cause severe clinical signs in dogs · Vomiting and Diarrhea · Abdominal Pain and Loss of Appetite

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Milk and dairy products

Diarrhea · Flatulence, Bloating, and Abdominal Pain · Vomiting, Nausea, and Decreased Appetite

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Onions

Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, and Loss of Appetite · Lethargy, Weakness, and Depression · Pale or Icteric Mucous Membranes (Jaundice)

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Peaches

The symptoms a cat shows after ingesting peaches depend heavily on which part of the fruit was consumed. While the flesh of a peach is not toxic · Diarrhea and Loose Stools · Hyperventilation and Difficulty Breathing

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Peanuts

While plain, raw peanuts do not contain a specific inherent chemical poison · Aflatoxicosis (From Moldy Peanuts) · Hypoglycemia and Liver Failure (From Xylitol in Peanut Butter)

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Persimmons

Persimmons do not contain a specific chemical toxin that causes acute systemic poisoning in cats. Instead · Intestinal Obstruction

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Pistachios

While pistachios do not contain an acute chemical poison specific to cats · Indigestion and Diarrhea · Renal Stress / Increased Kidney Burden

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Plums

The symptoms a cat shows after ingesting or being exposed to plums, particularly the toxic pits · Difficulty Breathing and Hyperventilation · Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Abdominal Pain

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Potato chips

While the base ingredient of potato chips · Salt Toxicity (Hypernatremia) · Acute Pancreatitis and Gastrointestinal Upset

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Pretzels

Because pretzels are heavily salted human snacks · Gastrointestinal Distress (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Polydipsia and Polyuria (Excessive Thirst and Urination)

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Pudding

Because pudding is a manufactured dessert · Gastrointestinal Upset (Diarrhea and Vomiting) · Pancreatitis

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Raw dough

Gastric Distension (Bloating) and Abdominal Pain · Neurological Impairment (Ataxia and Disorientation) · Respiratory Distress and Depression

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Raw eggs

Raw eggs / Raw egg whites

Based on the provided sources, a cat exposed to or ingesting raw eggs · Vomiting and Diarrhea · Dermatological Lesions and Coat Degradation

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Raw fish

Based on the sources and our conversation history · Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Anorexia) · Severe Neurological Dysfunction (Ataxia, Seizures, and Ventriflexion)

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Raw meat

Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Abdominal Pain · Gastrointestinal Obstruction or Laceration · Vitamin A Toxicity (Hypervitaminosis A)

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Salt

If a cat ingests or is exposed to excessive amounts of salt without adequate access to fresh water · Severe Gastrointestinal Upset · Excessive Thirst and Urination

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Scallions / Green onions

Because scallions (green onions) are members of the Allium genus · Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, and Drooling · Lethargy, Weakness, and Depression

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Shallots

Because shallots belong to the Allium genus · Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, and Loss of Appetite · Lethargy, Weakness, and Depression

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Sugar

Regular refined sugar is not acutely poisonous to cats, but it is an inappropriate food that causes long-term health issues. However · Mild Gastrointestinal Upset (From Artificial Sweeteners) · Transient Salivation (From Xylitol Exposure)

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Sunflower seeds (salted)

Sunflower seeds

While sunflower seeds · Indigestion and Diarrhea · Increased Kidney Burden / Renal Stress

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Tea

Gastrointestinal Upset (Vomiting and Diarrhea) · Increased Thirst and Urination · Severe Neurological Overstimulation

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Tuna

While a tiny bite of plain, cooked tuna is generally safe as a rare treat, feeding a cat a diet heavy in tuna · Steatitis (Yellow Fat Disease) · Neurological Dysfunction (Methylmercury Poisoning)

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Unripe or sprouted potatoes

Unripe or sprouted potatoes · Severe Gastrointestinal Upset · Neurological Deficits and Paralysis

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Unripened pineapples

Pineapple

The provided sources do not detail a specific, isolated symptom profile exclusively for unripened pineapples1. Instead · Difficulty Breathing and Hyperventilation · Vomiting

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Walnuts

If a cat ingests walnuts, the primary risks arise from the physical properties of the nut and its high fat and fiber content · Gastrointestinal Upset · Pancreatitis