Vegetables · updated 2026-09-12
Can cats eat eggplant (aubergine)?
Skip — nightshade with no benefit.
Why
The plant is toxic and the flesh gives a cat nothing.
What to do instead
Skip.
Symptoms to watch for
Vomiting, drooling from plant parts.
If your cat has eaten eggplant (aubergine), 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. Cooked eggplant in small amounts; skip it for dogs with arthritis or kidney issues. Can dogs eat eggplant (aubergine)? →
Related foods for cats
- AsparagusIn moderation
- BeetrootIn moderation
- Bell peppersIn moderation
- BroccoliIn moderation
- Brussels sproutsIn moderation
- Butternut & other squashIn 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.