Common Household Items That Are Poisonous to Your Cat
Protect your pet from common household items that are poisonous to cats. Contact Pleasanton Veterinary Medical Center for immediate help.
Your cat is a much-loved member of your family, but many items in your home are poisonous to your pet. Keeping your cat away and safe from these poisonous items is an important part of caring for your furry feline friend.
Emergency: If Your Cat Has Been Exposed
If you think your cat has eaten or been exposed to any of these items, call Animal Medical Center in Pleasanton immediately at (925) 734-8387.
Common Poisonous Items in Your Home
Human Foods
Your cats should always stick to their regular diet designed for their needs. There will always be crumbs, and they might try to sneak a snack.
Warning: Caffeine from coffee, tea, and soda is especially hazardous to cats, so make sure they stick to water.
Dangerous Items Include:
- Garlic, onions, chives
- Grapes and raisins
- Chocolate
- Alcohol
- Caffeine (from coffee, tea, and soda)
Cleaning Products
Your garage and the cabinet under your sink are probably the most dangerous spots in the house for your cat. These areas are usually filled with chemicals that are poisonous to cats.
Warning: These items can be especially tricky since many chemicals and cleaners have a sweet smell that cats want to sample.
Dangerous Items Include:
- Detergents
- Drain cleaner
- Toilet bowl cleaner
- Bleach
- Disinfectants
- Antifreeze
- Fertilizer
- Insecticide
- Insect or rat poison
- De-icing salt
Plants
Many kitties love to dig in a flower pot or plant bed. Unfortunately, if they decide to nip at your plants that might be trouble since many plants are poisonous to cats.
Warning: During the holiday season, a few more hazards pop up with popular decorations.
Dangerous Items Include:
- Lilies
- Daffodils
- Chrysanthemums
- Aloe
- Foxglove
- Tulips
- Mistletoe (holiday season)
- Poinsettias (holiday season)
Prevention Tips
- Keep all cleaning products and chemicals in locked cabinets or high shelves
- Store human food securely and never leave toxic foods unattended
- Research plants before bringing them into your home
- Keep your cat's regular diet and avoid sharing human food
- Be especially cautious during holidays when decorations may be toxic
Call an Emergency Veterinarian in Pleasanton, CA
At Animal Medical Center of Pleasanton, we offer urgent pet care services. Call us immediately at (925) 734-8387 if you think your cats have eaten something they shouldn't, or if you have any questions about common household items that are poisonous to cats.
