{"id":75748,"date":"2022-04-22T04:07:29","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:07:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T04:07:29","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:07:29","slug":"are-slugs-toxic-to-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Are slugs toxic to cats?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slugs_toxic_to_cats\" title=\"Are slugs toxic to cats?\">Are slugs toxic to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slugs_harmful_to_pets\" title=\"Are slugs harmful to pets?\">Are slugs harmful to pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_snails_toxic_to_cats\" title=\"Are snails toxic to cats?\">Are snails toxic to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_cats_get_lungworm_from_slugs\" title=\"Can cats get lungworm from slugs?\">Can cats get lungworm from slugs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slugs_toxic_to_pets\" title=\"Are slugs toxic to pets?\">Are slugs toxic to pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slug_trails_harmful_to_cats\" title=\"Are slug trails harmful to cats?\">Are slug trails harmful to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_cats_get_worms_from_eating_slugs\" title=\"Can cats get worms from eating slugs?\">Can cats get worms from eating slugs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slugs_harmful_to_cats\" title=\"Are slugs harmful to cats?\">Are slugs harmful to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_licks_a_slug\" title=\"What should I do if my dog licks a slug?\">What should I do if my dog licks a slug?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_garden_slugs_harm_dogs\" title=\"Can garden slugs harm dogs?\">Can garden slugs harm dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_eating_slugs\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop eating slugs?\">How do I get my dog to stop eating slugs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_happens_if_my_cat_eats_a_snail\" title=\"What happens if my cat eats a snail?\">What happens if my cat eats a snail?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_happens_if_a_cat_licks_a_slug\" title=\"What happens if a cat licks a slug?\">What happens if a cat licks a slug?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Why_does_my_cat_keep_eating_slugs\" title=\"Why does my cat keep eating slugs?\">Why does my cat keep eating slugs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_cats_catch_anything_from_slugs\" title=\"Can cats catch anything from slugs?\">Can cats catch anything from slugs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_are_the_symptoms_of_lungworm_in_a_cat\" title=\"What are the symptoms of lungworm in a cat?\">What are the symptoms of lungworm in a cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#How_does_an_indoor_cat_get_lungworm\" title=\"How does an indoor cat get lungworm?\">How does an indoor cat get lungworm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_happens_if_dog_eats_a_slug\" title=\"What happens if dog eats a slug?\">What happens if dog eats a slug?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slugs_poisonous_to_cats\" title=\"Are slugs poisonous to cats?\">Are slugs poisonous to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_garden_slugs_poisonous\" title=\"Are garden slugs poisonous?\">Are garden slugs poisonous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_slugs_be_poisonous_to_cats\" title=\"Can slugs be poisonous to cats?\">Can slugs be poisonous to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_happens_if_my_cat_eats_slug_pellets\" title=\"What happens if my cat eats slug pellets?\">What happens if my cat eats slug pellets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Are_slug_trails_toxic\" title=\"Are slug trails toxic?\">Are slug trails toxic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_slugs_give_cats_worms\" title=\"Can slugs give cats worms?\">Can slugs give cats worms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-slugs-toxic-to-cats\/#What_happens_if_a_cat_eats_a_slug\" title=\"What happens if a cat eats a slug?\">What happens if a cat eats a slug?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slugs_toxic_to_cats\"><\/span>Are slugs toxic to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, slugs are not poisonous to cats, but they can be harmful in other ways. Slugs are carriers of the lungworm parasite. Even if slugs are not toxic directly, there is a chance that they can give cats this parasite which can then become harmful. This can only happen if cats ingest an infected slug.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slugs_harmful_to_pets\"><\/span>Are slugs harmful to pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Slugs and snails can carry lungworm parasites which can lead to serious health issues if passed on to your dog, including breathing problems, coughing, tiring easily, poor blood clotting and excessive bleeding, weight loss and even death in puppies or dogs with compromised immune symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_snails_toxic_to_cats\"><\/span>Are snails toxic to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most snail and slug poisons, which can come in a green or blue-colored liquid or granular form, contain a compound called metaldehyde, which is <b>extremely poisonous to cats and dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_get_lungworm_from_slugs\"><\/span>Can cats get lungworm from slugs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While, like its canine counterpart, <b>feline lungworm can be picked up by interacting with slugs and snails, the feline lungworm can also live inside birds and small mammals such as mice. This means that cats are at risk of picking up feline lungworm when they hunt.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slugs_toxic_to_pets\"><\/span>Are slugs toxic to pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Slugs and snails can carry lungworm parasites which can lead to serious health issues if passed on to your dog, including breathing problems, coughing, tiring easily, poor blood clotting and excessive bleeding, weight loss and even death in puppies or dogs with compromised immune symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slug_trails_harmful_to_cats\"><\/span>Are slug trails harmful to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although unusual, <b>cats may accidentally eat a slug or snail while on their adventures around the neighbourhood. Many outdoor cats enjoy roaming and hunting. The trouble is they can be exposed to cat lungworm if they eat rodents or birds that have eaten infected slugs or snails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_get_worms_from_eating_slugs\"><\/span>Can cats get worms from eating slugs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats can get lungworm by eating infective lungworm larvae. These can be found: In the slimy coating of slugs and snails  there are 20000 slugs and snails in the average UK garden!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slugs_harmful_to_cats\"><\/span>Are slugs harmful to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, slugs are not poisonous to cats, but they can be harmful in other ways. Slugs are carriers of the lungworm parasite. Even if slugs are not toxic directly, there is a chance that they can give cats this parasite which can then become harmful. This can only happen if cats ingest an infected slug.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_licks_a_slug\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog licks a slug?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first thing you should do if you suspect your dog has eaten a slug is to <b>wash their mouth out and brush their teeth. After this, seek immediate veterinary care. Your vet may want to run tests and start your dog on a dewormer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_garden_slugs_harm_dogs\"><\/span>Can garden slugs harm dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. <b>Whilst the slug is unlikely to cause too many problems for your dog, there is the risk that it carries a potentially fatal parasite known as lungworm<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_eating_slugs\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop eating slugs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Get rid of slugs and snails without harming dogs with these simple tips:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Use a natural anti slug and snail spray.  <\/li>\n<li>Apply organic slug and snail defence gel.  <\/li>\n<li>Transform your garden with horticultural grit.  <\/li>\n<li>Encourage natural predators and turn them into a tasty meal.  <\/li>\n<li>Grow a garden slugs and snails will hate.<\/li>\n<p>24-Jun-2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_cat_eats_a_snail\"><\/span>What happens if my cat eats a snail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regularly eating snails and slugs <b>increases the risk of your cat contracting lungworm. Lungworm is far less common in indoor cats, which are much less likely to come into contact with infected slugs or snails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_cat_licks_a_slug\"><\/span>What happens if a cat licks a slug?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No, <b>slugs are not poisonous to cats, but they can be harmful in other ways. Slugs are carriers of the lungworm parasite. Even if slugs are not toxic directly, there is a chance that they can give cats this parasite which can then become harmful. This can only happen if cats ingest an infected slug.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_keep_eating_slugs\"><\/span>Why does my cat keep eating slugs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as in the case of dog lungworm, <b>the cat lungworm parasite is carried by infected slugs and snails. Although unusual, cats may accidentally eat a slug or snail while on their adventures around the neighbourhood. Many outdoor cats enjoy roaming and hunting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_catch_anything_from_slugs\"><\/span>Can cats catch anything from slugs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, slugs are not poisonous to cats, but they can be harmful in other ways. Slugs are carriers of the lungworm parasite. Even if slugs are not toxic directly, there is a chance that they can give cats this parasite which can then become harmful. This can only happen if cats ingest an infected slug.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_lungworm_in_a_cat\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of lungworm in a cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as in the case of dog lungworm, <b>the cat lungworm parasite is carried by infected slugs and snails. Although unusual, cats may accidentally eat a slug or snail while on their adventures around the neighbourhood. Many outdoor cats enjoy roaming and hunting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_an_indoor_cat_get_lungworm\"><\/span>How does an indoor cat get lungworm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eucoleus aerophilus in cats has a direct cycle, with infective eggs being consumed along with food or water. Signs of lungworm infection range from <b>moderate coughing with slightly increased breathing rates to severe, persistent coughing, labored breathing, and respiratory distress or failure<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_dog_eats_a_slug\"><\/span>What happens if dog eats a slug?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dangers of dogs eating slugs Besides an upset tummy, <b>eating slugs can cause dogs to contract lungworm, a potentially deadly condition if left untreated. Lungworm is a parasite that attacks the blood vessels in the heart and lungs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slugs_poisonous_to_cats\"><\/span>Are slugs poisonous to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, slugs are not poisonous to cats, but they can be harmful in other ways. Slugs are carriers of the lungworm parasite. Even if slugs are not toxic directly, there is a chance that they can give cats this parasite which can then become harmful. This can only happen if cats ingest an infected slug.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_garden_slugs_poisonous\"><\/span>Are garden slugs poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Get rid of slugs and snails without harming dogs with these simple tips:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Use a natural anti slug and snail spray.  <\/li>\n<li>Apply organic slug and snail defence gel.  <\/li>\n<li>Transform your garden with horticultural grit.  <\/li>\n<li>Encourage natural predators and turn them into a tasty meal.  <\/li>\n<li>Grow a garden slugs and snails will hate.<\/li>\n<p>24-Jun-2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_slugs_be_poisonous_to_cats\"><\/span>Can slugs be poisonous to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Slugs in themselves do not pose a significant problem to cats digestive system  insects and the like are a natural part of the feline diet. Though slugs are <b>non-toxic, the mucous they produce may cause your cat to drool or vomit.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_cat_eats_slug_pellets\"><\/span>What happens if my cat eats slug pellets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Slug Pellets and Dogs Ingestion of slug pellets <b>can cause convulsions and will require urgent veterinary treatment  often resulting in days of hospitalisation. Although poisoning is more common in dogs, slug pellets containing Metaldehye can also cause harm to cats and other garden wildlife.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slug_trails_toxic\"><\/span>Are slug trails toxic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In general, the answer is no.<\/b> The only danger that slugs pose is to the plants in your garden, and they will eat fruits and vegetables as well.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_slugs_give_cats_worms\"><\/span>Can slugs give cats worms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How can they get it? <b>Cats can get lungworm by eating infective lungworm larvae. These can be found: In the slimy coating of slugs and snails  there are 20000 slugs and snails in the average UK garden!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_cat_eats_a_slug\"><\/span>What happens if a cat eats a slug?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Regularly eating snails and slugs <b>increases the risk of your cat contracting lungworm. Lungworm is far less common in indoor cats, which are much less likely to come into contact with infected slugs or snails.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are slugs toxic to cats?Are slugs harmful to pets?Are snails toxic to cats?Can cats get lungworm from slugs?Are slugs toxic to pets?Are slug trails harmful to cats?Can cats get worms from eating slugs?Are slugs harmful to cats?What should I do if my dog licks a slug?Can garden slugs harm dogs?How do I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-75748","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/75748"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=75748"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/75748\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=75748"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=75748"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=75748"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}