Food safety

Can Cats Eat Carrots?

Safe in small amounts — Carrots for cats.

Safe in small amounts

Why: Plain cooked carrots are not toxic to cats and are a gentle source of fibre and vitamin A. Raw carrots are hard and can be a choking risk, so cook them soft and cut them small.

Safe serving: One or two small pieces of plain cooked carrot as an occasional treat.

If your cat ate carrots: No action needed for plain cooked carrots. If your cat swallowed a large raw piece whole, watch for gagging or vomiting.

Related: Broccoli, Pumpkin, Beets

Why this verdict

Plain cooked carrots are not toxic to cats and are a gentle source of fibre and vitamin A. Raw carrots are hard and can be a choking risk, so cook them soft and cut them small.

Safe serving

One or two small pieces of plain cooked carrot as an occasional treat.

If your cat ate carrots

No action needed for plain cooked carrots. If your cat swallowed a large raw piece whole, watch for gagging or vomiting.

Related foods

Broccoli, Pumpkin, Beets

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Before you use the result

Use the result as a starting point for observation and planning. Cats vary by age, body condition, temperament, medical history, and household setup.

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control — People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, and the Cornell Feline Health Center — Feeding Your Cat. Chocolate toxicity figures are approximate values from the Merck Veterinary Manual. If your cat ate something on the toxic list, call your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.