What Did My Cat Eat is a free emergency toxicity reference tool designed specifically for cat parents. Our searchable database includes over 300 items across four critical categories: foods, plants, household products, and medications. When your curious feline gets into something they shouldn't, we help you quickly determine the level of danger and what immediate steps to take.
One evening, as I was getting ready for bed, my partner came up the stairs in tears. What could have gone so wrong in the last five minutes since I'd seen her? It turned out one of our cats had snuck into the bathroom behind her and eaten a flower petal that had fallen on the ground.
Typically, we keep our bathroom doors closed, but this particular cat is a sneaky one. What had gotten my partner into such a twist? The cat had eaten a flower from a bouquet that contained lilies.
What happened over the next few hours was terrifying for both of us. We had to drop everything immediately and rush her to the emergency vet. As I sat there for long hours in the waiting room, not knowing if she would be okay, I did research on my phone.
How could I have not known? Lilies are one of the most dangerous things a cat can eat, and I had brought them into my home. Now, searching for that information, you can find answers pretty quickly with modern search engines. But what I wanted was sourced information—all in one place. I couldn't find that in an all-encompassing tool.
So I built this for cat owners to have centralized, reliable information about plants, medications, foods, and anything else your little cat companion might eat. Our cat survived that night, and I never want another cat parent to go through that terrifying uncertainty.
Our mission is simple: provide immediate, accessible toxicity information to cat parents when they need it most. We believe that in an emergency, you shouldn't have to scroll through multiple websites or parse through complicated medical terminology. You need clear answers, fast.
Every item in our database includes the safety level (emergency, caution, or safe), what symptoms to watch for, immediate actions you can take, and when you need to call your veterinarian. We prioritize clarity and speed because when your cat is in danger, every second counts.
Simply type what your cat ate into our search bar. Our fuzzy search technology handles typos and common name variations—because we know you might be panicking and not spelling perfectly. Search for “choclate” or “advil” and we'll still find what you need.
You can also browse by category (Foods, Plants, Household, Medications) to learn about common dangers before an emergency happens. Prevention is always better than treatment.
Our toxicity information is compiled from trusted veterinary sources including:
We regularly update our database as new information becomes available and continue to expand our coverage of toxic substances. This site is a work in progress, and we plan to update it with pictures and new items as needed.
This tool is NOT a substitute for professional veterinary care. The information provided here is for educational and reference purposes only. In any emergency, always contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately:
Note: These hotlines may charge a consultation fee, but they provide 24/7 expert guidance that could save your cat's life.
Have questions, feedback, or want to suggest an item we should add to our database?Contact us. We'd love to hear from fellow cat parents.
Built with love by a cat parent who learned the hard way. Stay safe out there. 🐱