FoodCaution
BBQ pork and fatty meat
Also known as: char siu, roast pork, crispy pork belly, pork chop
How dangerous is it?
DogModerate
CatModerate
Monitor at home
Watch your pet closely for the next 24 hours. If vomiting, weakness or unusual behaviour appears, call us on +853 6677 6611.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea, sometimes greasy
- Painful belly and hunched posture
What to do
Skip the next meal, offer water and watch closely. Call us if vomiting repeats or your pet seems in pain; fatty meals can trigger pancreatitis.
Macau note
Char siu, roast pork and pork chop bun trimmings are rich, salty and often glazed with sugar. One small lean piece is not a crisis but a habit is.
This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.
Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.