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My cat ate caramels and tin. Is it toxic? Should I make him vomit?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 10 lbs

My cat ate 2 caramels, with a bit of tin wrapping, and I keep seeing mixed reviews on their toxicity. Should I make him throw up?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 12th, 2020

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Pudge. Typically caramels are not toxic if they don't contain xylitol. At most, it may cause some stomach upset, but usually there isn't an issue. As for the tin wrapping, that tends to pass without problem. I do not think in this case you need to induce vomiting. I would just keep an eye on him for now. I hope this helps!
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