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Peach/Plum Pits

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Peach/Plum Pits — toxicity in dogs and cats

Call your vetApplies to: dogs and cats.

Overview

Peach and plum pits are dangerous mainly because they can cause choking or intestinal obstruction, especially in dogs that swallow them whole. If cracked or heavily chewed, pits may also release cyanogenic compounds that add toxicity risk. The mechanical obstruction hazard is often the bigger immediate concern. Pets with known pit ingestion should be watched for vomiting, pain, or reduced stool output.

Symptoms

Vomiting, abdominal pain, choking, lethargy

Typical onset

Hours to days

What to do

Contact your vet promptly if a pit was swallowed.

This page is educational and does not replace veterinary advice. If your pet may have been exposed, call UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.

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Peach and plum pits are dangerous mainly because they can cause choking or intestinal obstruction, especially in dogs that swallow them whole. If cracked or heavily chewed, pits may also release cyanogenic compounds that add toxicity risk. The mechanical obstruction hazard is often the bigger immediate concern. Pets with known pit ingestion should be watched for vomiting, pain, or reduced stool output.

Symptoms
Vomiting, abdominal pain, choking, lethargy
Onset
Hours to days
Recommended next step
Contact your vet promptly if a pit was swallowed.
This tool is informational only and does not replace veterinary advice. If ingestion may have happened, contact UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.