FoodCaution
Cherries
Also known as: cherry pits
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
- Blockage signs if many pits were swallowed
What to do
A few pitted cherries are fine. Call us if many whole cherries with pits were eaten; pits carry cyanide compounds and can block small guts.
Macau note
Gift boxes of imported cherries are popular in Macau. The flesh is safe; pits, stems and leaves are the problem.
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.