Can cats eat pumpkin?
ASPCA lists squashes such as acorn and butternut as non-toxic to cats. PDSA names pumpkin among vegetables cats can have in very small amounts. Canned only if pumpkin is the only ingredient (Pet Poison Helpline).
How to serve it: cooked, no rind or seeds, unseasoned; canned only if 100% pumpkin
Questions
Can dogs eat pumpkin?
Yes, in small amounts. AKC lists plain pumpkin as suitable for dogs – either 100% pumpkin puree or roasted, peeled pumpkin flesh.
Sources
- ASPCA Toxic and Non-toxic Plants – Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo, similar: pumpkin; non-toxic to dogs and cats)
- ASPCA Toxic and Non-toxic Plants – Butternut Squash (non-toxic to dogs and cats)
- PDSA – The best diet for your cat
- Pet Poison Helpline – Friendly Fall Foods (pumpkin safe for dogs and cats)
- Cornell Feline Health Center – Feeding Your Cat
Last checked: October 2026