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How Not to Poison a Cat: Foods You Shouldn't Give Your Pet
06.07.2023 05:50
Updated: 15.02.2024 13:45
Sometimes it is very difficult to find an approach to cats, especially when it comes to nutrition.
They may refuse food or eat only gourmet foods.
But there are cats that absolutely cannot be given raw food. And people, not knowing this, can harm them.
Why You Shouldn't Feed Cats Raw Food
Raw food may contain various bacteria, parasites and toxins that can cause infectious or parasitic diseases in cats.
For example, raw meat can be contaminated with salmonella, listeria, toxoplasma and other dangerous microorganisms.
Raw fish may contain flukes that can damage your cat's liver and gallbladder. Raw eggs can be a source of salmonella and biotin, which can disrupt your cat's metabolism.
How to feed a cat correctly
Cats are predators that need protein food. Therefore, the basis of their diet should be meat or fish. But these products should be carefully processed: boiled, baked or frozen. You can also give your cat special cat food that contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals. In addition, the cat needs fresh water, which should be changed every day.
What else should you not give to a cat?
Besides raw food, there are other foods that can be harmful to your cat. For example:
- Chocolate, coffee and tea
These products contain caffeine and theobromine, which are toxic to cats. They can cause heart problems, nervousness, and seizures.
- Milk and cream
Many cats are intolerant to the lactose found in these products, which can lead to stomach upset and diarrhea.
- Onion and garlic
These products contain compounds that destroy red blood cells in cats. This can lead to anemia and weakness.
- Mushrooms
Some types of mushrooms can be poisonous to cats. They can cause poisoning, liver and kidney damage.
