Are Apricots Toxic to Pets?
Yes — apricots are mildly toxic to cats. Yes — apricots 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 armeniaca
- Toxic compound
- Cyanogenic glycosides
- Toxic parts
- Pit, leaves, stems
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
- Bright red gums or trouble breathing (pit/leaves)
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
- Bright red gums or trouble breathing (pit/leaves)
What to do
If your cat ate apricots
- 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 apricots
- 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
Ripe flesh is fine in small amounts, but the pit, leaves and stems contain cyanide-producing compounds.
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Frequently asked questions
Are apricots toxic to cats?
Yes — apricots are mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Are apricots toxic to dogs?
Yes — apricots are mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Which parts of apricots are toxic?
Pit, leaves, stems.
What makes apricots toxic?
Cyanogenic glycosides.