Can Cats Eat Chocolate?
Chocolate is toxic to cats, just as it is to dogs. Cats are even more sensitive to theobromine. While cats rarely eat chocolate voluntarily, any ingestion requires immediate veterinary attention.
📋Nutrition Notes
Contains theobromine and caffeine. Cats metabolize theobromine even more slowly than dogs.
🥄Serving Guidance
No safe amount. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat ingests any chocolate.
⚠️Risks to Know
Can cause vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, muscle tremors, seizures, and death. Dark and baking chocolate are most dangerous.
Emergency Contact
If your cat has eaten chocolate, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.
Sources
ASPCA Animal Poison Control • Merck Veterinary Manual
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