Fruits
Can dogs and cats eat grapefruit?
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What changes between dogs and cats?
Dogs and cats both have a caution verdict.
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Grapefruit safety for dogs
Grapefruit flesh is edible, but the peel, seeds, leaves, and other plant material contain essential oils and psoralens that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, depression, or skin irritation.
Toxic principle: Essential oils and psoralens in the peel and plant material
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- depression
- skin irritation
Grapefruit safety for cats
Cats should not be offered grapefruit. The flesh is edible, but citrus peel and plant material contain essential oils and psoralens that can cause gastrointestinal, skin, or nervous-system signs.
Toxic principle: Essential oils and psoralens in the peel and plant material
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- drooling
- lethargy
- skin irritation
- tremors
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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