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Can dogs and cats eat chamomile?

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What changes between dogs and cats?

Dogs and cats both have a toxic verdict.

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    Toxic

    Chamomile safety for dogs

    Chamomile is toxic to dogs. Exposure can cause skin irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or an allergic reaction.

    Toxic principle: volatile oils, anthemic acid, and tannic acid

    Watch for

    • dermatitis
    • vomiting
    • diarrhea
    • loss of appetite
    • allergic reaction

    Sources

    Reviewed 2026-07-28

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    Toxic

    Chamomile safety for cats

    Chamomile is toxic to cats. Exposure can cause skin irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or an allergic reaction.

    Toxic principle: volatile oils, anthemic acid, and tannic acid

    Watch for

    • dermatitis
    • vomiting
    • diarrhea
    • loss of appetite
    • allergic reaction

    Sources

    Reviewed 2026-07-28

    Open the complete cats guide

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