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How slug pellets poison cats and why garden use is dangerous

June 22, 2026 by Sophie Whitmore
The Garden Poison Nobody Talks About: How Slug Pellets Are Killing Cats

Millions of gardeners scatter slug pellets every June without realizing they’re placing a deadly poison within reach of their pets. One teaspoon of metaldehyde can kill a cat, causing convulsions within an hour. Learn how to protect your garden—and your pet—from this alarming threat.

Categories Cats Tags cat health, garden pesticides, metaldehyde poisoning, slug pellets

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