Is Gorilla Glue toxic to cats?

High severity No safe amount — No amount is considered safe.

Yes, Gorilla Glue is highly toxic to cats. Exposure can cause serious illness and needs prompt veterinary attention. No amount is considered safe.

Symptoms to watch for

Drooling
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Distended stomach
Retching
Gastrointestinal irritation

How vets treat it

Immediate veterinary consultation is required; surgery is often necessary to remove the expanded foreign body from the stomach.

Why it's dangerous

When ingested, the glue reacts with stomach acid and rapidly expands into a large, firm foam mass, causing a foreign body obstruction in the gastrointestinal tract.

Toxic compound: diisocyanate

Good to know

The glue expands significantly upon contact with moisture in the stomach, creating a life-threatening blockage that cannot be passed naturally.

Sources

Pet Poison Helpline

This page is informational and is not veterinary advice. If your pet has been exposed to something risky, contact your vet or an animal poison control line right away.

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