Foods Toxic to Cats: 10 to Avoid Now

Dangerous Foods

Many human foods are toxic to cats. Even small amounts can cause serious illness.

The Top 10

• Onions/garlic: Destroy red blood cells
• Chocolate: Theobromine toxicity
• Grapes/raisins: Acute kidney failure
• Xylitol: Causes hypoglycemia
• Alcohol: Poisoning in tiny amounts
• Raw eggs: Salmonella risk
• Caffeine: Heart and seizure risk
• Raw dough: Expands in stomach
• Milk: Lactose intolerance
• Cooked bones: Splintering danger

Emergency

Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control. Note food, amount, and time.