Dogs · Pantry
Can dogs or cats eat moldy food & compost?
Not safe severity: emergency
The problem compound: tremorgenic mycotoxins. For: dogs & cats.
The compost bin and the 'just one moldy crust' trash raid. Toxins concentrate in mold, not the bread — a small moldy piece can be worse than a whole fresh loaf.
Symptoms to watch
tremorsseizuresvomitingstaggering
Sources: Pet Poison Helpline + Merck Veterinary Manual. Reference information — not a substitute for your veterinarian, who knows your pet's history.