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Can dogs and cats eat cherries?
Short answer on cherries: toxic for both dogs and cats. See what to watch for and the veterinary sources behind each answer.
If your pet ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
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What changes between dogs and cats?
Dogs and cats both have a toxic verdict.
The label matches, but the two answers are not interchangeable. Check the bottom line for your pet below.
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Cherries safety for dogs
Cherries are best avoided entirely for dogs: the stems, leaves, and pits contain cyanide-producing compounds, and the pit is also a choking and blockage hazard.
Toxic principle: Cyanogenic glycosides
Watch for
- brick red gums
- dilated pupils
- difficulty breathing
- panting
- shock
Cherries safety for cats
Cherries are best avoided entirely for cats: the stems, leaves, and pits contain cyanide-producing compounds, and the pit is also a choking hazard.
Toxic principle: Cyanogenic glycosides
Watch for
- brick red gums
- dilated pupils
- difficulty breathing
- panting
- shock
Questions owners ask about cherries
Can dogs eat cherries?
Cherries are best avoided entirely for dogs: the stems, leaves, and pits contain cyanide-producing compounds, and the pit is also a choking and blockage hazard.
What should I do if my dog ate cherries?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with cherries and dogs?
brick red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat cherries?
Cherries are best avoided entirely for cats: the stems, leaves, and pits contain cyanide-producing compounds, and the pit is also a choking hazard.
What should I do if my cat ate cherries?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with cherries and cats?
brick red gums, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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