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A cat swallowed something poisonous. Should you make her vomit at home?

Call your vet first. Do not induce vomiting on your own.

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  1. Yes, right away
  2. Yes, after a bowl of milk
  3. No, not unless a vet tells you to ✔

Why: Cornell says to call your vet right away and not to induce vomiting unless you're specifically told to. Some poisons cause more damage coming back up than if left in the stomach.

Huh, didn't know that: Cornell lists unusual sluggishness, an unsteady walk, drooling and heavy breathing among signs that call for emergency care.

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Answer: No, not unless a vet tells you to. Cornell says to call your vet right away and not to induce vomiting unless you're specifically told to. Some poisons cause more damage coming back up than if left in the stomach.

  1. Cornell Feline Health Center, Common Cat Hazards www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/common-cat-hazards-0
    DO NOT induce vomiting unless you are specifically directed to do so.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Cornell Feline Health Center, Poisons www.vet.cornell.edu/node/4041
    Importantly do not try to induce the animal to vomit unless specifically instructed to do so.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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