Nuts & seeds
Can cats eat almonds?
Not recommended. Almonds offer nothing to a cat and can cause stomach upset.
Why Fat; choking risk
By Maya Hart
If your cat ate some
- A small amount usually causes nothing worse than a mild stomach upset.
- Offer water, skip the next treat and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhoea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Serving it safely
- Never salted, flavoured or chocolate-coated almonds
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs In moderation
Not recommended. Almonds are not toxic like macadamias, but they are hard to digest, high in fat and a choking risk.
How much: Avoid, or one plain almond.
Can dogs eat almonds?Cats In moderation
Not recommended. Almonds offer nothing to a cat and can cause stomach upset.
Safer treats your cat can have instead
Questions owners ask
Can cats eat almonds?
Not recommended. Almonds offer nothing to a cat and can cause stomach upset.
What makes almonds risky for cats?
Fat; choking risk.
What are the signs to watch for in cats?
vomiting, diarrhoea.
What should I do if my cat ate almonds?
A small amount usually causes nothing worse than a mild stomach upset. Offer water, skip the next treat and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhoea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
Is almonds safe for dogs too?
Not recommended. Almonds are not toxic like macadamias, but they are hard to digest, high in fat and a choking risk.
Sources
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