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How the verdicts work

  • Safe: fine plain and cooked, in small amounts.
  • Small amounts: tolerated by some cats, or easy to overdo.
  • Avoid: not poisonous, but not worth the risk.
  • Toxic: can poison cats. Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.

Verdicts come from the ASPCA, PetMD, VCA Animal Hospitals and a veterinarian-written guide, linked on each food page. Can't find a food? Ask us.

Frequently asked questions

What human food can cats eat?

Plain cooked chicken, turkey and fish with no bones or seasoning, and tiny amounts of some vegetables such as carrots, green beans and cucumber.

What foods are poisonous to cats?

Onions, garlic, chives and leeks, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, xylitol, grapes and raisins, and raw yeast dough.

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