Can cats eat green beans?
RSPCA and PDSA list unseasoned green beans as fine for cats in moderation. VCA names them as a very low-calorie veggie snack for senior cats.
How to serve it: cooked or steamed, unseasoned, cut small
Good to know: RSPCA mentions raw or cooked beans, PDSA only boiled or steamed – RSPCA says unseasoned, PDSA without fat, oil or sauce. Keep treats to 10–15% of daily calories at most (PDSA).
Questions
Can dogs eat green beans?
Yes, in small amounts. Green beans are fine for dogs raw or cooked, as long as they’re plain (AKC, PDSA, RSPCA). They’re low in calories and high in fiber (AKC).
Sources
- RSPCA – How to keep your pets safe from Christmas dangers (green beans raw or cooked, unseasoned, for cats and dogs)
- PDSA – How to have a pet-friendly Christmas (plain boiled or steamed green beans for dogs and cats)
- VCA Animal Hospitals – Feeding Senior Cats (green beans as low-calorie snack)
- Battersea – Cat friendly recipes: egg cups treats (green beans as substitute for spinach)
- PDSA – The best diet for your cat
Last checked: October 2026