Cats Especially Sensitive to Black Widow Spider Venom

Cats Especially Sensitive to Black Widow Spider Venom
Cats can be harmed and even killed by playing with or eating these spiders. Jay Ondreicka/Shutterstock
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Q: Our indoor-outdoor cats are fascinated by the spiders and spider webs around our house. I am concerned that some of the black, shiny spiders may be black widows. Are black widow spiders dangerous to cats?
A: Cats are especially sensitive to the toxin of the black widow spider, the most venomous spider in North America.
Lee Pickett
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Lee Pickett, VMD, practices companion animal medicine in North Carolina. Contact her at AskTheVet.pet. Copyright 2024 Lee Pickett, VMD. Distributed by Creators.com
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