Is Stuffing Toxic to Pets?
Yes — stuffing is toxic to cats. Yes — stuffing is 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
- Onion and garlic (N-propyl disulfide); sometimes raisins
- Toxic parts
- The whole dish
- Also known as
- dressing, thanksgiving stuffing
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 stuffing
- 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 stuffing
- 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
Most stuffing is made with onions, garlic, leeks or chives, all of which damage red blood cells in cats and dogs. Some recipes also include raisins or nuts.
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Frequently asked questions
Is stuffing toxic to cats?
Yes — stuffing is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and lethargy.
Is stuffing toxic to dogs?
Yes — stuffing is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and lethargy.
Which parts of stuffing are toxic?
The whole dish.
What makes stuffing toxic?
Onion and garlic (N-propyl disulfide); sometimes raisins.
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