Can cats eat cashews?
Quick verdict
Caution
Key risk
Too high in fat with no benefit; the salt on most cashews is harmful.
Why
Cashews are not recommended for cats.
Can cats eat cashews, and why?
Cashews are not recommended for cats. Too high in fat with no benefit; the salt on most cashews is harmful.
Cats are obligate carnivores: they must get most of their nutrition from meat and need nutrients such as taurine that only animal products provide. They lack some enzymes for processing plants and carbohydrates, so fruit and veg offer little benefit and can upset their stomach; many cats are also lactose intolerant.
Warning — what to watch for
Too high in fat with no benefit; the salt on most cashews is harmful.
If your cat has eaten cashews, don’t wait for symptoms — contact your vet immediately, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). Signs of a problem can include vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, lethargy, tremors or loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can cats eat cashews?
Caution. Cashews are not recommended for cats.
What happens if my cat eats cashews?
Too high in fat with no benefit; the salt on most cashews is harmful. If your cat has eaten cashews, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is cashews poisonous to cats?
Caution. Cashews are not recommended for cats.
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