Can dogs or cats eat marshmallows?
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Can dogs eat marshmallows?
When your dog is begging for a taste of that gooey marshmallow you're roasting, don't give in! Marshmallows contain high amounts of sugar and processed ingredients that can wreak havoc on the canine digestive system.
Consuming too much sugary food can lead to obesity in dogs, which in turn increases the risk of developing other health issues such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. Some brands may also contain traces of artificial sweeteners like xylitol or other toxic substances that could harm your dog’s organs, like the kidneys or liver.
If your dog does manage to eat a marshmallow, you should reach out to your vet — especially if they begin showing signs of illness such as lethargy, diarrhoea, or vomiting. And if your pup requires veterinary care because they ate something unsafe, dog insurance can help cover the cost of treatment.
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Can cats eat marshmallows?
Here's the unfortunate truth about fluffy marshmallows for fluffy felines: Consuming large amounts of sugar or carbs can lead to obesity, diabetes, dental problems, and other health issues in cats.
Plus, marshmallows often contain chemical preservatives and artificial colours, which can be harmful to your pet's digestive system. So no s'mores for cats!
If your cat just stole a marshmallow, reach out to your vet — especially if they're showing signs of illness like lethargy, diarrhoea, or vomiting. If your cat does wind up requiring veterinary because they ate unsafe food, cat insurance can help cover the cost of treatment.
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Pet poison emergency protocol
If your pet is acting sick, call your regular veterinarian immediately. If your regular veterinarian is closed, call a nearby on-call veterinarian, animal urgent care, or veterinary emergency hospital. If your pet is not acting sick but you think they may have been exposed to a poison, call the Animal Poison Line (01202 50 9000).
Food safety statuses
Could be given almost daily without harm
Not toxic, but should not be given regularly
Toxic or simply too risky to give to your pet