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Category: Allium

6 entries in the allium category — sorted by risk.

Onions, garlic, leeks, chives and shallots — all members of the Allium family — are the most common food-toxicity emergency for UK cats. They destroy red blood cells through a mechanism cats can't defend against. Fresh, cooked, dried, or powdered all count.

Toxic or dangerous (6)

Chives no Garlic no Leeks no Onions no Shallots no Spring onions no

If you're worried right now

Call your vet or out-of-hours emergency vet first. For poison advice, the Animal PoisonLine (UK) is on 01202 509000 — 24/7, charges apply. Your vet can also call the Veterinary Poisons Information Service (VPIS) directly.