Is Ketchup Toxic to Pets?
Yes — ketchup is mildly toxic to cats. Yes — ketchup 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
- Salt, sugar, onion and garlic powder
- Toxic parts
- Large amounts
Symptoms
Cats (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (mildly toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate ketchup
- 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 ketchup
- 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
Ketchup contains sugar, salt and often onion and garlic powder. A lick is fine; a lot is not.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ketchup toxic to cats?
Yes — ketchup is mildly toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Is ketchup toxic to dogs?
Yes — ketchup is mildly toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite.
Which parts of ketchup are toxic?
Large amounts.
What makes ketchup toxic?
Salt, sugar, onion and garlic powder.