Fruit
Can cats eat peaches?
A small piece of flesh is not harmful, but the stone, leaves and stems are toxic to cats.
Why Amygdalin in the stone, leaves and stems
By Maya HartIf your cat ate some
- If a stone was swallowed, call your vet — stones often lodge in the intestine.
- 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 and loss of appetite (blockage)
- Dilated pupils, difficult breathing, bright red gums (cyanide, rare)
How much, how often
A small piece, if any.
Treats of any kind should stay under 10% of the day’s calories. Work out your pet’s calories
Serving it safely
- Remove the stone and slice the flesh
- Avoid tinned peaches in syrup
- Keep fallen fruit in the garden picked up
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs In moderation
The flesh is fine in small amounts, but the stone is dangerous: it can cause a blockage and contains cyanide-releasing compounds.
How much: A few slices of flesh.
Can dogs eat peaches?Cats In moderation
A small piece of flesh is not harmful, but the stone, leaves and stems are toxic to cats.
How much: A small piece, if any.
The details
Dogs are most at risk in late summer when peaches and nectarines fall from trees or are left in bowls. The stone is the size that slips down and gets stuck. Plums, apricots and cherries follow the same pattern.
Safer treats your cat can have instead
Questions owners ask
Can cats eat peaches?
A small piece of flesh is not harmful, but the stone, leaves and stems are toxic to cats.
How much peaches can a cat have?
A small piece, if any.
What makes peaches risky for cats?
Amygdalin in the stone, leaves and stems.
What are the signs to watch for in cats?
vomiting and loss of appetite (blockage), dilated pupils, difficult breathing, bright red gums (cyanide, rare).
What should I do if my cat ate peaches?
If a stone was swallowed, call your vet — stones often lodge in the intestine. 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 peaches safe for dogs too?
The flesh is fine in small amounts, but the stone is dangerous: it can cause a blockage and contains cyanide-releasing compounds.
Sources
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