Grains & bread · updated 2026-09-12
Can cats eat chickpeas & hummus?
Skip — hard to digest, and hummus has garlic.
Why
Cats digest legumes poorly and get nothing from them.
What to do instead
Skip.
Symptoms to watch for
Gas, vomiting; garlic anaemia from hummus.
If your cat has eaten chickpeas & hummus, don't wait for symptoms.
Call your vet, or in the US the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661), 24 hours a day. Have the amount, the time and any packaging ready.
And for dogs?
In moderation. Plain cooked chickpeas yes; hummus no. Can dogs eat chickpeas & hummus? →
Related foods for cats
- BreadIn moderation
- Breakfast cerealAvoid
- CornIn moderation
- Granola & muesliAvoid
- LentilsAvoid
- OatmealIn moderation
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This guide is general information for healthy adult cats, based on published veterinary guidance (ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline, AKC, VCA). It is not a substitute for advice from your own vet, who knows your cat's weight, age and medical history. If you are unsure, ask them before sharing any human food.