Onion, garlic, leek and similar (alliums) can damage red blood cells(Merck—Allium; ASPCA — foods to avoid). If there is significant ingestion in cats, contact your veterinarian; don't wait
Immediate response.Remove access to the product, note time/amount/weight and contact your veterinarian or animal toxicology. Do not induce vomiting without indication. Don't wait. Related:onion and garlic tab · nutrition felina
Susceptible species
Reference:Merck—Allium; ASPCA — foods to avoid
Cats (also relevant in dogs). No generalices umbrales entre speciess.
Substance/exposure
Cooked, raw, powdered or leftover food. The toxic amount varies; There is no reliable homemade “safe dose.”
Quantity and time
The severity depends on the weight, quantity, and time since exposure. If the quantity is unknown, treat it as potentially hazardous.We do not publish operational mg/kg doseswithout clinical criteria of the case.
Possible signs
- Vómito, diarrhea, debilidad, orina oscura, letargo.
The absence of initial signs does not guarantee safety.
What not to do
- Don't wait until Monday or apply a "7-day plan."
- Do not use home remedies, oil, salt, alcohol or human drugs.
- No copies checklists de otras speciess.
Based on reference sources.Editorial criteria anchored to reference sources (Merck, AVMA, ASPCA or others cited). It does not replace in-person veterinary care. No operative doses no source of the case.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wait to see symptoms
Not in case of suspicion of relevant poisoning.
Do I induce vomiting
Only if a professional indicates it.
Does this replace a veterinarian?
No.
Sources
- ASPCA — People foods to avoid www.aspca.org· consulted 2026-08-07
- Merck — Allium toxicsis www.merckvetmanual.com· consulted 2026-08-07
