Are Pecans Toxic to Pets?
Yes — pecans are mildly toxic to cats. Yes — pecans 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.
- Toxic compound
- Fat; molds (tremorgenic mycotoxins) on old nuts
- Toxic parts
- Nuts and shells
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
- Tremors if moldy
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
- Tremors if moldy
What to do
If your cat ate pecans
- 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 pecans
- 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
Pecans are high in fat and can upset the stomach. Moldy pecans can carry toxins that cause tremors, and whole nuts are a choking or blockage risk for small dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pecans toxic to cats?
Yes — pecans are mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Are pecans toxic to dogs?
Yes — pecans are mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Which parts of pecans are toxic?
Nuts and shells.
What makes pecans toxic?
Fat; molds (tremorgenic mycotoxins) on old nuts.