
What do cats eat besides cat food? Everything you need to know about her good health
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Anyone who has a pet at home knows very well that it is not at all unlikely that they will run out of food at some point. Or his pet may simply stop eating the food or have to do so for a while (e.g. because he developed diarrhoea). Especially if the animal is a cat, then things can be difficult, since our beloved felines are known for their eclectic tastes .
So what do cats eat besides cat food? The short answer is it depends, because cats are quite curious creatures when it comes to their food. So there are… picky cats who will literally eat everything but cat food and others who will not tolerate even the slightest change in their eating routine.
However, it is essential to know what a cat can eat apart from its canned or dry food and what it is forbidden to eat, because it can harm its health.
What is forbidden for a cat to eat?
Let's start with the most important: What you should never give your kitty to eat:
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Canned tuna in large quantities , because it contains salt and heavy metals.
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Milk and cheese , because cats are lactose intolerant and it can cause diarrhea and vomiting.
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Onion in any form, because it can cause anemia.
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Chocolate, because it contains theobromine which is toxic to cats .
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Raw meat and fish as they may contain toxoplasma and other dangerous pathogens for cats and humans.
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Raw egg as it can cause food poisoning in the kitty due to salmonella.
Of course, except in the cases of tuna, raw meat and fish, a cat will rarely go near the rest of the foods. In any case, if he consumes a small amount, most of the time there is no reason to worry.
What can a cat eat besides its cat food?
A kitten can eat (and usually will like) the following:
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boiled or roasted chicken or turkey without seasoning
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cooked beef, pork and fish
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yogurt in small quantities, as long as he does not have a very sensitive gastrointestinal system
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boiled egg
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rice
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cooked seafood, such as shrimp and squid;
However, it's good to remember that cats are creatures of habit, so stocking an adequate supply of cat food is best practice. Both dry cat food and canned cat food, if stored in a cool, dry environment inside the home, will keep in an unopened package for several months, as indicated and based on their expiration date.
After all, changing a cat's diet can affect its gastrointestinal system and cause it to vomit and have diarrhea, so it's best to avoid it.