About
About Cat Ate It
A US cat safety reference built around one idea: you should be able to find a clear answer faster than you can find the phone.
Why this site exists
If your cat has eaten something you're not sure about, you have about 60 seconds of panic before the anxiety compounds. Most websites waste that minute on a cookie banner, a pop-up, three paragraphs of history, and an explanation of why the site exists.
This site skips that. Every page leads with a one-line verdict, followed immediately by what to do if your cat has eaten the thing. Longer context is below the fold, for when you've already called the vet and want to understand what's going on.
Editorial standards and sources
Content on this site is compiled with reference to guidance from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (ASPCA APCC), the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and peer-reviewed feline medicine literature. Where evidence is mixed or evolving, we err on the cautious side.
This site does not provide personalised veterinary advice — always consult a vet for your specific cat.
How the guidance is put together
Every entry is researched from primary US veterinary toxicology sources. A toxin entry covers: verdict (safe / caution / dangerous), what makes it harmful, what symptoms to watch for, what to do immediately, and safer alternatives where relevant. Entries are reviewed and updated as new research emerges.
This is general information. It is not a substitute for your vet. If your cat has eaten something, call your vet or the ASPCA Poison Control ((888) 426-4435) first.
Feedback and corrections
Spotted an error or think something should be added? Email us via the contact page. Corrections are applied within 24 hours.