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My Cat Ate Green Onions Will He Get sick?

Julie

August 12, 2021
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My Cat Ate Green Onions Will He Get sick?

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Many of us use green onions to flavor our favorite foods. We may include them in all types of dishes, on sandwiches, or even in salads! But what happens if your cat eats an onion?

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Has your cat eaten an onion? Are you worried the onion will make your cat sick? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. We understand it’s scary when our feline fur babies eat things they shouldn’t.

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In this article, we’ll take a look at green onions and whether or not they can make your cat sick. Let’s get started!

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What are Green Onions?

Green onions go by many names. You may see them referred to as spring onions, scallions, or even salad onions. Green onions are actually “baby” onions that have not yet matured. They have long, green leaves on top, with small, white bulbs on the bottom.

While we can enjoy green onions, are they safe for cats? Can green onions make a cat sick?

Green Onions & Cats

All onions, including green onions, are toxic to cats. Even a small amount can make your cat very sick. Onions cause the breakdown of red blood cells in cats, which leads to a serious form of anemia.

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In addition, some cats may be allergic to green onions.

Symptoms of Green Onion Toxicity in Cats

You may notice these symptoms if your cat has eaten some green onion:

  • Panting
  • Elevated heart rate
  • Weakness
  • Blood in the urine
  • Vomiting
  • Gastrointestinal upset
  • Asthma attack
  • Allergic reaction
  • Liver damage
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Lack of appetite
  • Lethargy

If your cat is showing any of these symptoms, call the vet immediately. This is a medical emergency. If you know for sure your cat has eaten green onions, then don’t wait for symptoms to appear. Call the vet right now.

Treatment of Green Onion Toxicity in Cats

When you reach the vet, they will perform a complete physical exam on your cat. This will include lab work and possibly other tests.

There’s no specific treatment for green onion toxicity in cats; however, the vet will treat your cat with supportive measures. These may include an IV for fluids and to make it easy to administer medications needed to treat symptoms.

In some cases, a cat may also require a blood transfusion to build up their blood supply.

The good news is that cats who receive prompt medical care have an excellent chance of making a complete recovery.

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Julie is a graduate of the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, where she studied Animal science. Though contrary to the opinion of her parents she was meant to study pharmacy, but she was in love with animals especially cats. Julie currently works in an animal research institute (NGO) in California and loves spending quality time with her little cat. She has the passion for making research about animals, how they survive, their way of life among others and publishes it. Julie is also happily married with two kids.

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