My cat ate garlic bread. Is garlic toxic? What signs mean a vet visit?

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I was busy doing something and my back was turned and when I look at her I noticed she had been given some garlic bread I ran to her and tried to get it out her mouth but by the time I got to her she swallowed it any help and advice I heard my cat can die from this I'm really scared and worried from her so she need got to emergency vet or any signs or anything u can tell me pls?? Ty. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed

Katie Sabella, DVM, CCRP · Accepted Answer

The toxic dose for garlic in cats is about 1 gram per kilogram of body weight in cats, where a gram is equivalent to approximately 1/3 teaspoon of minced garlic or 1/12 teaspoon of garlic powder. If Sapphire weighed 1 kilo and consumed 1/3 tsp. of minced garlic or 1/12 tsp. of garlic powder, that would be a toxic dose. I suspect she weighs more than that and did not consume that much, so she should be fine. Garlic flakes do not seem to have any effect. If she is very small and you do feel she consumed a toxic dose, seek veterinary emergency care immediately. Regardless, monitor for any gastrointestinal symptoms, weakness, rapid heart rate (greater than 200 bpm), or pale gums. Seek veterinary medical care as needed, but I suspect she will be fine!

My cat ate garlic bread. Is garlic toxic? What signs mean a vet visit?

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