Table Scraps
Is Fatty Foods safe for dogs and cats?
Fatty table scraps can cause digestive upset and may contribute to pancreatitis risk in some pets.
If your pet already ate this and seems sick, contact a veterinarian or
pet poison hotline now. Bring the package label, amount eaten, and the
time of exposure if you have them.
Quick verdict
| Dogs | Use caution |
|---|---|
| Cats | Use caution |
| Risk level | Medium |
For dogs
Dogs should avoid greasy meat trimmings, fried foods, and rich leftovers.
For cats
Cats can also develop digestive upset from fatty foods.
Symptoms to watch for
Vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or lethargy can occur.
What to do
Contact a veterinarian if your pet has repeated vomiting, pain, weakness, or ate a large amount of fatty food.
Sources
- FDA - Potentially Dangerous Items for Your Pet (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
- ASPCA - People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets (ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center)
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