Are Almonds Toxic to Pets?
Yes — almonds are mildly toxic to cats. Yes — almonds are mildly toxic to dogs.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Prunus dulcis
- Toxic compound
- High fat; choking/blockage risk
- Toxic parts
- Whole nuts, especially salted or flavored
- Also known as
- almond
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool or diarrhea
What to do
If your cat ate almonds
- Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your cat is small, young or elderly.
If your dog ate almonds
- Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and keep it out of reach.
- Gently rinse the mouth and offer fresh water.
- Call your vet if symptoms persist, get worse, or your dog is small, young or elderly.
Good to know
Almonds are not poisonous, but they are hard to digest, can cause stomach upset or blockages, and salted or flavored kinds add risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Are almonds toxic to cats?
Yes — almonds are mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Are almonds toxic to dogs?
Yes — almonds are mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include mild vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea.
Which parts of almonds are toxic?
Whole nuts, especially salted or flavored.
What makes almonds toxic?
High fat; choking/blockage risk.
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