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Can cats eat fig?

Avoid

Fig sap (ficin, psoralens) irritates the mouth and skin.

Don't.

Why

ASPCA lists fig as toxic to cats: the sap in fruit and leaves can irritate the mouth and gut and cause dermatitis. Dried figs are also very sugary.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease Avoid Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 422 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 0 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
Calories45 kcal
Protein0.82 g
Fat0.11 g
Carbohydrate11.51 g
Phosphorus19 mg 422 mg/1000kcal
Sodium0 mg
Potassium177 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 무화과_봉래시_생것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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