can cats have garlic

Cats should not have garlic at all. Garlic is highly toxic to cats—almost five times more toxic than onions. Even small amounts, including garlic spices and powders, can cause severe poisoning. Garlic can damage cats' red blood cells and lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, pale gums, lethargy, and more serious health issues like anemia and organ failure. If a cat consumes garlic, immediate veterinary care is essential to prevent life- threatening consequences. Garlic is part of the Allium family (which also includes onions and leeks), and none of these should be fed to cats in any form, cooked or raw.