Coconut oil: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

The ASPCA lists coconut oil among foods to avoid feeding pets, and while small amounts are commonly tolerated by healthy dogs, it is high in fat and can trigger pancreatitis or contribute to obesity, especially in dogs with a history of pancreatitis.

Toxic principle: High fat content; pancreatitis risk in susceptible dogs

Coconut oil is not classified as toxic to cats but is very high in fat, can cause digestive upset, and may trigger pancreatitis in susceptible cats; the ASPCA lists coconut and coconut oil among foods to avoid feeding pets.

Toxic principle: High fat content; pancreatitis risk in susceptible cats