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Can cats eat celery?
A small piece of celery will not harm a cat, but it offers little nutrition and the strings can be hard to swallow.
By Maya HartIf 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
- Gagging if a large stringy piece is swallowed
- More frequent urination (celery is a mild diuretic)
How much, how often
A tiny piece, if your cat is curious.
Treats of any kind should stay under 10% of the day’s calories. Work out your pet’s calories
Serving it safely
- Wash and chop into bite-sized pieces
- Peel off the strings for small dogs
- Avoid celery with dips, salt or peanut butter containing xylitol
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs Safe
Yes. Celery is a very low-calorie, crunchy treat for dogs. Cut it into small pieces — the stringy stalks can be a choking hazard.
How much: A few small pieces.
Can dogs eat celery?Cats In moderation
A small piece of celery will not harm a cat, but it offers little nutrition and the strings can be hard to swallow.
How much: A tiny piece, if your cat is curious.
The details
Celery is mostly water and fibre, so it suits dogs that need to lose weight. Some owners like that it freshens breath slightly. As with any crunchy vegetable, supervise the first few times and cut pieces smaller than your dog’s windpipe.
Safer treats your cat can have instead
Questions owners ask
Can cats eat celery?
A small piece of celery will not harm a cat, but it offers little nutrition and the strings can be hard to swallow.
How much celery can a cat have?
A tiny piece, if your cat is curious.
What are the signs to watch for in cats?
gagging if a large stringy piece is swallowed, more frequent urination (celery is a mild diuretic).
What should I do if my cat ate celery?
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 celery safe for dogs too?
Yes. Celery is a very low-calorie, crunchy treat for dogs. Cut it into small pieces — the stringy stalks can be a choking hazard.
Sources
Tailwise is for general information and is reviewed by veterinary professionals, but it is not a substitute for advice from your own vet, who knows your pet. How we check facts
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