Cats are pure carnivores, so their eating habits and physiological needs are very different from other pets. In the process of raising cats, we must not feed them indiscriminately. Some foods we humans eat without problems, but cats can have very serious consequences when they eat them. So, what foods can cats not eat?
Nuts
Many nuts are harmful to cats. Nuts can cause weakness, vomiting, and joint and muscle pain in cats, making them extremely miserable. Cats' livers are fragile, so nuts can be dangerous for cats.
Grape
When we eat grapes, we feel that it is very sweet and delicious, and eating more grapes is also very good for our body. But cats are different from us. Cats cannot eat grapes. Eating grapes can easily cause the cat's stomach to be unbearable, and even vomit. In more serious cases, it may directly lead to the cat's kidney failure and directly endanger its life. For the sake of your cat's health, you must not feed your cat grapes, nor raisins.
Caffeine
Caffeine is a diuretic that can cause dehydration. It stimulates the heart and nervous system, so we drink caffeine daily to refresh ourselves. But for cats, ingesting caffeine can be fatal. And caffeine is not only found in coffee, but also in tea.
Milk or cream
Cats develop lactose intolerance as adults. The inability to break down the lactose component of raw milk means that your cat may have diarrhea, become sick, and become dehydrated, which should be treated promptly. Avoid giving your cat this food unless you choose a cream or milk lactose-free option.
There are also some foods with bones, and it is best not to feed cats. This kind of food may puncture the cat's esophagus or digestive organs, which is dangerous for cats. So in the process of raising cats, what foods can be given to cats?
First of all, you can feed the cat some egg food in moderation. These foods are rich in protein and can meet the cat's daily needs.
Secondly, you can give cats meat such as chicken, duck or fish. These foods are also rich in nutrients and are very suitable for cats to eat.
Finally, you can also give cats some jerky or freeze-dried meat. Their raw materials are fresh meat, which is very nutritious and convenient to feed.
Owners should keep in mind that when feeding certain foods to cats or if they want to keep certain plants, they must first understand whether they will have any effect on the cat. After full understanding and familiarity, decide whether to feed or raise.