Can pets eat aubergine? 🍆
Here’s whether aubergine is safe for each kind of pet, based on established veterinary guidance.
Can dogs eat aubergine?
In moderationPlain cooked aubergine is generally safe for dogs in small amounts.
Portion: A few small pieces of plain cooked aubergine; avoid fried or seasoned versions.
Full guidance: can dogs eat aubergine? →Can cats eat aubergine?
CautionAubergine is best limited for cats.
Risk: A member of the nightshade family; small cooked amounts are usually tolerated but it offers no benefit and may upset some cats.
Full guidance: can cats eat aubergine? →Can rabbits eat aubergine?
UnsafeAubergine is not recommended for rabbits.
Risk: A nightshade containing solanine, especially in the leaves and unripe fruit; best avoided.
Full guidance: can rabbits eat aubergine? →Can guinea pigs eat aubergine?
UnsafeAubergine should not be given to guinea pigs.
Risk: A nightshade; the leaves and green parts contain solanine, which is toxic.
Full guidance: can guinea pigs eat aubergine? →Can hamsters eat aubergine?
CautionOnly a tiny piece of cooked aubergine flesh for hamsters, if at all.
Risk: A nightshade; the green parts are toxic, so only plain ripe flesh in tiny amounts.
Full guidance: can hamsters eat aubergine? →Worried your pet has eaten too much?
Contact your vet straight away, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). This page is general guidance based on veterinary sources and isn’t a substitute for professional advice — amount, preparation and your pet’s health all matter.