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Can cats eat macadamia nuts?

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Quick answer

Macadamia toxicity is documented in dogs, not cats. The nuts are very high in fat, which can upset a cat's stomach and trigger pancreatitis, so skip them.

What to do

What to do if your cat ate macadamia nuts

A cat that ate some should be watched for vomiting or weakness. Call your vet if signs appear.

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?

Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, tremors, vomiting and fever in dogs.

Can dogs eat macadamia nuts?

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Disclaimer: This is general information, not veterinary advice. Every cat is different; if yours has health conditions or ate something unusual, contact your vet. Spotted a mistake? Email petbudgetcalculator@gmail.com.