What to do after ingestion
Drooling, vomiting, lethargy, hiding.
Remove the remaining citrus and contact a veterinarian; treat essential-oil exposure as a poisoning.
Citrus essential oils and citric acid
Cats are especially sensitive to citrus oils; peel and essential oils can cause drooling, vomiting and lethargy.
What to do after ingestion
Drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort; larger ingestions may cause lethargy and unsteady walking.
A small amount of flesh can be monitored; contact a veterinarian immediately if peel or essential oil was eaten.
Citric acid and citrus essential oils (e.g. limonene)
Stems, leaves, peels and seeds contain citric acid and essential oils that irritate the gut and, in larger amounts, may depress the nervous system; a small piece of flesh usually causes only mild upset.
Nutrition
Per 100 g, edible portionData source：USDA FoodData Central · SR Legacy · Accessed on：2026-09-28
Cat · Safe feeding conditions
CautionNo additional condition notes for this food
Clinical and veterinary sources
Cats are especially sensitive to citrus oils; peel and essential oils can cause drooling, vomiting and lethargy.
Citrus essential oils and citric acid
Drooling, vomiting, lethargy, hiding.
Remove the remaining citrus and contact a veterinarian; treat essential-oil exposure as a poisoning.
Concentrated essential oils are far stronger than peel - keep them out of reach.
Dog · Safe feeding conditions
CautionNo additional condition notes for this food
Clinical and veterinary sources
Stems, leaves, peels and seeds contain citric acid and essential oils that irritate the gut and, in larger amounts, may depress the nervous system; a small piece of flesh usually causes only mild upset.
Citric acid and citrus essential oils (e.g. limonene)
Drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort; larger ingestions may cause lethargy and unsteady walking.
A small amount of flesh can be monitored; contact a veterinarian immediately if peel or essential oil was eaten.
Essential oils, peel scraps and diffuser residue are all potential exposure sources.
This website is for reference only and does not replace a licensed veterinarian. If your pet has eaten a suspected toxin or shows symptoms, contact a veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.