Wild Strawberry

Wild strawberry (Fragaria vesca) is non-toxic to cats. It is considered generally safe, meaning it does not contain toxic principles that would cause poisoning.

Eating a small amount is unlikely to cause any reaction. Consuming a large quantity of the fibrous leaves may lead to mild vomiting or diarrhea due to the bulk of plant material, not any toxic compound.

A nibble or small taste is nothing to worry about. If your cat ate a significant amount and shows persistent vomiting or diarrhea that doesn't resolve within a few hours, contact your veterinarian.

Non-toxic means it won't poison your cat, but that doesn't make it an appropriate food. Large ingestions of any fibrous plant material can cause GI upset, so it's best to discourage the habit even if the occasional bite poses no real danger.

Wild strawberry (Fragaria vesca) is non-toxic to dogs. It is classified as generally safe, meaning you do not need to panic if your dog nibbles on the plant or fruit.

No toxic effects are expected. However, if your dog eats a large amount of the fibrous leaves, mild vomiting or diarrhea is possible due to the bulk plant material, not any toxic compound.

The plant itself is non-toxic, so small to moderate amounts are unlikely to cause any reaction. Digestive upset is only a concern if your dog consumes a significant quantity of fibrous plant material, in which case mild and self-limiting GI signs may occur.

A call to your vet is warranted only if your dog ate a large amount and shows persistent vomiting, diarrhea, or signs of distress that do not resolve on their own. A brief snack on the plant or berries does not require urgent action.