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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.

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