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How do I keep my cat away from wine?

Cats · Food safety

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

Short answer

Store wine bottles in closed cabinets or high shelves cats cannot reach. Never leave glasses unattended, and immediately wipe up spills. Train your cat with a firm "no" if they show interest, and provide alternative water sources to deter them from curious tasting. If ingestion occurs, call the ASPCA Poison Control at 888-426-4435 — even small amounts of alcohol are dangerous.

Wine — Food safety facts

Do not feed · Cats · full breakdown on the linked food page

Alcohol, and in sweet wines the sugar too. Raisin-based wines add grape toxicity.

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