Can cats or dogs eat yogurt?
Cats: Use caution · Dogs: Use caution — Plain, unsweetened yogurt is fine in small licks, but most adult pets digest lactose poorly and some get diarrhea. The real dangers are sweetened and sugar-free yogurts — some brands use xylitol, which is severely toxic to dogs. Start with a single teaspoon and watch for diarrhea. Read the label every time — if it lists xylitol, never give it.
English nameYogurt
catshould be careful
dogshould be careful
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Diarrhea
- Bloating
- Vomiting
How do we come to this conclusion?
No veterinary authority has issued a direct ruling against yogurt. This conclusion is therefore drawn from the components supported by reference data. This is not the source's judgment on the entire dish.
- Milk/lactose (yogurt base) — Pets have little lactase enzyme. Milk and milk products can cause diarrhea or stomach upset. aspca.org
- Xylitol (in some brands of sweetened or sugar-free yogurt) — Even small amounts of xylitol can cause low blood sugar in dogs, seizures, liver failure, and even death. vcahospitals.com
Instructions
Start with a single teaspoon and watch for diarrhea. Read the label every time — if it lists xylitol, never give it.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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