What to do if your pet ate it
Contact your vet or a poison line right away, report how much Persimmon was eaten and your pet's weight, and keep any packaging or leftovers. Do not induce vomiting unless your vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Lethargy and weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Severe: tremors, breathing trouble, collapse
If your pet shows vomiting, lethargy or any unusual behaviour after eating Persimmon, go to the nearest emergency vet immediately.
Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.
Other foods that are toxic or dangerous
The full A–Z food list groups every food by verdict for each species.
Why these cautions matter
Stone-fruit pits and some seeds release cyanide when crushed, and quite apart from that they are a choking and blockage hazard.
Frequently asked questions
Can cats eat Persimmon?
NO — do not feed. Listed by ASPCA as toxic: unripe fruit and seeds can cause stomach upset, and the flesh may form a blockage in the gut.
What if my cat already ate Persimmon?
Call your vet or a poison line now with the amount of Persimmon eaten and your cat's weight, and do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. If Persimmon was eaten and you then see vomiting, lethargy, tremors or breathing changes, go straight to the nearest emergency clinic.
Is there a safe amount of Persimmon for cats?
There is no accepted safe dose of Persimmon for cats; it is classed as toxic or dangerous, and reactions vary with the individual animal, so it is not something to feed at any amount.
How often can cats have Persimmon?
Persimmon is not something to feed at any interval; it stays off the menu entirely.
What are safer treats than Persimmon for cats?
Pick from the safe list instead — Bok choy or Brussels sprouts carry none of the risk that Persimmon does, and they work better as an everyday treat.