Can Cats EatScallion?

Toxic
Other Names / Similar Items:Green onion, spring onion
Scientific Name:Allium fistulosum

Risks

  • Scallions contain compounds that are poisonous to cats and can cause severe forms of anemia, including hemolytic anemia, Heinz body anemia, and methemoglobinemia.
  • Any amount, whether raw, cooked, or in powdered form, can be harmful.

Suggestions

  • Keep scallions and any food containing scallions out of your cat's reach.
  • If your cat ingests scallions, seek veterinary treatment immediately.