FoodCaution
Persimmon
Also known as: dried persimmon, sweet persimmon
How dangerous is it?
DogModerate
CatMild
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
- Poor appetite
- Belly pain if a bezoar or seed blockage forms
What to do
A slice of ripe flesh is low risk. Call us if seeds or a large amount, especially of unripe or dried fruit, was eaten.
Macau note
Autumn persimmons contain tannins that can clump into a stomach mass. Seeds and unripe fruit are the main hazards.
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.