Is Cranberry sauce Toxic to Pets?
Yes — cranberry sauce is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — cranberry sauce is 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
- Sugar; sometimes grapes, raisins or alcohol
- Toxic parts
- Sweetened sauce
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate cranberry sauce
- 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 cranberry sauce
- 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
Plain cranberries are fine, but sauce is very high in sugar, and some recipes add grapes, raisins or alcohol. Check the label.
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Frequently asked questions
Is cranberry sauce toxic to cats?
Yes — cranberry sauce is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Is cranberry sauce toxic to dogs?
Yes — cranberry sauce is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Which parts of cranberry sauce are toxic?
Sweetened sauce.
What makes cranberry sauce toxic?
Sugar; sometimes grapes, raisins or alcohol.
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