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I found coriander listed in my 5 kg cat's fish-flavored chew treats. Is it safe to keep buying them?

Cats · Food safety

Last reviewed: 2026-09-05 · Reference ranges: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline & Merck Veterinary Manual

Short answer

Yes, those treats are safe to keep buying. Coriander, whether seed or leaf, is harmless to cats in the small amounts found in packaged treats. Just stick to the recommended serving and watch your cat for any odd behavior or soft stool, and call your own vet if anything seems off.

Coriander — Food safety facts

Safe to share · Cats · full breakdown on the linked food page

Safe in small amounts, both the seed and the leaf.

Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Safe to share), so the notes below hold for either pet.

Coriander is not toxic to cats. The real limit is calories, fat and salt, so treat it as a small extra alongside the normal ration rather than a meal in itself.

There is no poisoning risk here, and the usual problem is simply eating too much at once: a heavy fat or salt load can bring on loose stools or a single vomit. Offer water, keep an eye on the pet for 24 hours, and do not induce vomiting.

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.

The full verdict, portion guidance and serving notes are collected on the Coriander food facts page.

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