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My cat ate onions — what should I do?

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Yes, onions is toxic to cats. If your cat has ingested onions, contact your veterinarian or pet poison control immediately.

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About ONIONS

Frozen chopped onions are onions that have been diced and then frozen for preservation and convenience in cooking. They are commonly found in the frozen vegetable section of grocery stores. While these onions are a common ingredient in human cuisine, they are not safe for pets. Both cats and dogs should not consume onions in any form, including frozen chopped onions, as they contain compounds like thiosulphate which can cause oxidative damage to red blood cells, leading to hemolytic anemia. This condition can be serious and requires prompt veterinary attention. Therefore, it is crucial to keep all forms of onions away from pets to ensure their safety.

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Related Information

Dr. Kamala Freeman

Dr. Kamala Freeman

DVMEmergency Veterinarian

Dr. Kamala Freeman is an emergency veterinarian with extensive experience in urgent pet care and toxicity cases. She works at an emergency veterinary hospital treating pets exposed to poisons, toxins, and other life-threatening emergencies.

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