Mushrooms

I’ve read in several places that mushrooms are dangerous for cats. I know many types of mushrooms are dangerous to humans as well, but are human-safe mushrooms also cat-safe? 

- Matthew

Dear Matthew,

Mushrooms that are available in the grocery store for consumption are not considered to pose a health hazard for pets, including cats. However, any food that’s not part of a normal diet can lead to stomach upset, which is why it's a good idea to only offer small portions as an occasional treat. Because wild mushrooms can be tricky to distinguish, and certain poisonous varieties mimic safe ones, we would not recommend offering your cat wild mushrooms. 

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