Use caution. Honey is not toxic to cats but is mostly sugar and cats do not need it. Avoid it for kittens and diabetic cats. A tiny lick is the most you should offer.

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Can cats eat honey?

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Quick answer

Honey is not toxic to cats but is mostly sugar and cats do not need it.

What to do

What to do if your cat ate honey

Avoid it for kittens and diabetic cats. A tiny lick is the most you should offer.

Protocol3 steps

If your pet already ate it

01
Note what and how much
Work out roughly how much was eaten and when. Keep the packaging or any leftovers to show your vet.
02
Call your vet or poison control
Have your pet's weight, age, health history and medications ready. Fees may apply for poison control.
03
Do not induce vomiting at home
Only make your pet vomit if a vet or poison control tells you to. Home remedies can cause more harm.

Asking about dogs?

Honey is safe for dogs in very small amounts, though it is mostly sugar.

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