Cinnamon

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🐕 DogCaution
🐱 CatDanger

🐕 Safety Analysis — Dogs

Cinnamon in small amounts is not toxic to dogs, but large amounts irritate mouth and digestive tract. Cinnamon oil is toxic. Coumarin in cassia cinnamon may harm the liver.

Symptoms to Watch For

Mouth irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, low blood sugar (large amounts)

🐱 Safety Analysis — Cats

Cinnamon is toxic to cats. Cats lack enzymes to process coumarin. Cinnamon oil is severely toxic.

Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting, diarrhea, liver damage, difficulty breathing

Additional Notes

Ceylon cinnamon is safer than Cassia for dogs. Never give to cats.

Sources: ASPCA, PetMD
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This information is a preliminary guideline only. If your pet has consumed high-risk food, contact a veterinarian immediately.

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Information sourced from ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and veterinary research.

Emergency Protocol

If your pet has ingested a toxic food, contact a vet immediately. Bring the food packaging if possible.

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