Can cats eat chocolate? Absolutely not. Chocolate is highly toxic to cats, even in small amounts.

While humans enjoy chocolate in everything from chocolate chip cookies to chocolate ice cream, it contains compounds that are dangerous to your feline friend.

Why Is Chocolate Toxic for Cats?

Chocolate toxicity in cats comes from two compounds: theobromine and caffeine. These stimulate the nervous system and can cause serious symptoms — or worse — in cats.

The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous it is. Baker’s chocolate, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate are the most dangerous, and even milk chocolate can cause poisoning.

White chocolate contains minimal theobromine, but its high sugar and fat content may still upset a cat’s stomach.

What Happens if a Cat Eats Chocolate?

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