Can dogs and cats eat Sauerkraut?
DogOnly with care
CatOnly with care
Plain sauerkraut is not known to be toxic, but it is very salty and acidic and may upset the stomach. Dishes like kapustnica also contain sausage, onion and fat.
Why
High salt; acidity; in dishes, onion/garlic and fatty sausage
Signs to watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- gas
- excessive thirst
Good to know
A small taste is unlikely to harm. Avoid dishes cooked with onion, garlic or klobása. (Classification based on general salt and cabbage advice; no specific toxicology data.)
Sources
Sources
- ASPCA – People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets
- Merck Veterinary Manual – Salt Toxicosis in Animals
- AKC – Fruits and vegetables dogs can or can't eat
Checked against these sources in October 2026.