Vegetable
Can cats eat tomatoes?
A little ripe tomato is safe; keep cats away from tomato plants.
Why Solanine and tomatine in green parts
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
- Drooling
- Lethargy
How much, how often
A small piece.
Treats of any kind should stay under 10% of the day’s calories. Work out your pet’s calories
Serving it safely
- Ripe red fruit only
- No sauces, ketchup or seasoned dishes
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs In moderation
Ripe tomato flesh is fine in small amounts. The green parts — leaves, stems and unripe fruit — contain solanine.
How much: A slice or a couple of cherry tomatoes.
Can dogs eat tomatoes?Cats In moderation
A little ripe tomato is safe; keep cats away from tomato plants.
How much: A small piece.
Safer treats your cat can have instead
Questions owners ask
Can cats eat tomatoes?
A little ripe tomato is safe; keep cats away from tomato plants.
How much tomatoes can a cat have?
A small piece.
What makes tomatoes risky for cats?
Solanine and tomatine in green parts.
What are the signs to watch for in cats?
vomiting, drooling, lethargy.
What should I do if my cat ate tomatoes?
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 tomatoes safe for dogs too?
Ripe tomato flesh is fine in small amounts. The green parts — leaves, stems and unripe fruit — contain solanine.
Sources
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