Are Shallots Toxic to Pets?
Yes — shallots are toxic to cats. Yes — shallots are 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
- Allium cepa var. aggregatum
- Toxic compound
- Sulfur compounds
- Toxic parts
- All parts, raw or cooked
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness and lethargy
- Pale gums
- Fast breathing or heart rate
- Red or brown urine (days later)
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness and lethargy
- Pale gums
- Fast breathing or heart rate
- Red or brown urine (days later)
What to do
If your cat ate shallots
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate shallots
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Shallots are an allium like onions and garlic and can cause anemia in pets.
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Frequently asked questions
Are shallots toxic to cats?
Yes — shallots are toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and lethargy.
Are shallots toxic to dogs?
Yes — shallots are toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and lethargy.
Which parts of shallots are toxic?
All parts, raw or cooked.
What makes shallots toxic?
Sulfur compounds.