Can cats eat blueberries? Will you get poisoned if you take it by mistake?

 2:03pm, 28 May 2025

Parents who have raised cats know that it is very important to choose the right food to feed our pet cats. Among them, blueberries are beneficial to the human body as a healthy fruit, but whether they are suitable for cats has become a concern. So, can cats eat blueberries? Shitshuojun will answer these questions for you.

1. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, which are beneficial to the human body, but for cats, their diet does not include blueberries. Therefore, cats can eat blueberries, but it is not recommended to feed them frequently, and they should not be used as the main food.

2. If a cat accidentally eats a large amount of blueberries, it may cause digestive system problems such as diarrhea and vomiting. Especially for blueberry stems and leaves, they contain hydrogen cyanide, which may cause poisoning if a cat accidentally eats it. Therefore, when feeding a cat, you must avoid giving it excessive amounts of blueberries, especially the stems and leaves of the blueberries.

3. In addition to blueberries, there are some foods that cats cannot eat, such as chocolate, raisins, avocados, etc. These foods are potentially harmful to the health of cats. Inadvertent eating may lead to serious health problems, such as diarrhea, vomiting, coma, convulsions, etc. Therefore, when feeding a cat, be careful not to give it these taboo foods.

If your cat accidentally eats blueberries or other taboo foods and has adverse reactions, you should contact your pet doctor for help immediately. Early treatment may significantly improve cat health and avoid potential serious consequences.

In short, although blueberries are good for humans, they are not suitable as the main food for cats. When feeding a cat, you should choose foods designed specifically for it and avoid giving it taboo foods. If a cat accidentally eats blueberries or other food and develops discomfort symptoms, contact the veterinarian for help as soon as possible.

I hope this article can help you answer questions about cats eating blueberries. If you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to contact your veterinarian or pet doctor.