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Can cats eat cherry?

Avoid

Pits, stems and leaves contain cyanide compounds — not worth the effort for the flesh.

Don't.

Why

Cherry pits, stems and leaves contain cyanogenic glycosides; chewing enough can cause breathing difficulty and bright red gums. Small pits are easy to swallow whole.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease Avoid Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 567 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes Avoid Mostly sugar or starch — skip it for diabetic cats. Carbs 100% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) Avoid Low in salt. Sodium 15 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones Avoid No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories67 kcal
Protein1.59 g
Fat0.06 g
Carbohydrate16.9 g
Phosphorus38 mg 567 mg/1000kcal
Sodium1 mg
Potassium322 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 체리_생것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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