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Can cats eat carrots?

Q: Can cats eat carrots?

Yes. Cooked carrot in small pieces is safe for cats. Carrots aren’t toxic to cats. Raw carrot can be a choking hazard, so cook and cut it small.

Safe for cats

Yes. Cooked carrot in small pieces is safe for cats.

The details

Carrots aren’t toxic to cats. Raw carrot can be a choking hazard, so cook and cut it small.

Signs to watch for

Rarely, an upset stomach

How much is okay?

A small amount occasionally.

If your cat ate some

No action needed.

How to share it safely

Cooked, plain and cut small.

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual. This is general information, not veterinary advice. If your pet ate something and you’re worried, call your vet or a poison line right away.