Is Vitamin D Toxic to Cats?
Yes — vitamin d is toxic to cats.
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.
Symptoms to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Toxic parts
Supplements, some psoriasis creams, some rat poisons
Toxic compound
Cholecalciferol
What to do now
- 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.
Good to know
High doses of vitamin D cause dangerously high calcium levels and kidney failure.
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Frequently asked questions
Is vitamin d toxic to cats?
Yes — vitamin d is toxic to cats. High doses of vitamin D cause dangerously high calcium levels and kidney failure.
What are the symptoms of vitamin d poisoning in cats?
Vomiting. Diarrhea. Drooling. Reduced appetite.
What should I do if my cat ate vitamin d?
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.
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