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Can cats eat strawberry?

A little

One berry without the leaves is fine — cats can't taste sweetness anyway.

How much

Up to per day 15g about 1 pieces · 1 medium berry ≈ 15 g

4 kg adult cat, treats ≤10% of ~200 kcal/day

PreparationRemove the leaves and cut small.

Why

Not toxic, but cats lack sweet taste receptors and gain little nutritionally. Too much sugar and fiber can cause loose stool.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease OK to give Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 848 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes A little At this portion it is only 1.2 g of carbohydrate. Carbs 99% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) OK to give Low in salt. Sodium 30 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones OK to give No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories33 kcal
Protein0.75 g
Fat0.14 g
Carbohydrate8.15 g
Phosphorus28 mg 848 mg/1000kcal
Sodium1 mg
Potassium179 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 딸기_개량종_생것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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