As Easter approaches, Cat Protection charity in Mitcham warns a small amount of chocolate could have fatal consequences for them.

Just two grams of the sweet stuff could raise a cat’s heart rate and increase loss of bodily fluids, both deadly.

Theobromine, found in chocolate, can’t be digested by cats resulting in it building to dangerous levels in their blood stream.

Veterinary Officer Sarah Elliott says, “if you believe your cat has eaten any chocolate you should contact your vet straight away”.