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We all love cats and to taking care of them comes up as the most important aspect of cat parenting. When we talk about the cat’s diet then one should be quite careful. They are picky eaters as they usually walk away from a piece of bad meat. When it comes to your cat’s diet, make sure you have the best kind of food for her nutritional needs. From time to time, you may give her tempting treats or table scraps but bear in mind that they can be the most toxic foods for cats. Be sure what you give your cats to eat as it can be dangerous for her health. For your help, here is the list of some food items you should not give your kitty to eat:
Onions and Garlic
You should not give food items such as garlic and onions as they can damage your cat’s red blood cells and lead to anemia. These foods are poisonous and exposure to such items can be toxic. Cats with symptoms of weakness, reduced appetite, lethargy should be taken to vet as soon as possible. They should be given special attention as they can get ill soon after its consumption.
Tuna
Cats can be addicted to tuna, whether it is packed for cats or human beings. A limited amount of tuna can be good and it won’t hurt. But a tuna diet prepared for humans can lead to malnutrition because it won’t have all the nutrients a cat requires. It can cause mercury poisoning as well. So, it is better to keep Tuna away from your cat’s reach always.
Milk and other dairy goods
There is no wrong in offering the cat a saucer of milk or a piece of cheese. But, most of the cats are lactose-intolerant. In this way, their digestive system cannot process foods, and this can result in digestive diarrhea. So, it is better to not to give any such food item that can cause ill-effects.So, be aware of the same and help your cats to live healthily.
Alcohol
Alcohol consumption can be hazardous for cat’s health as even a little amount can cause the danger. It is because alcohol has the same result on a cat's liver that it has on humans. But it takes far less to do its harm.So, make sure that this life-threatening stuff should be kept away from the kitties.
Chocolates and Caffeinated Drinks
We know that chocolates can be fatal to dogs, but it’s just as poisonous for cats too. Chocolates contain an ingredient known as methylxanthines, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea, muscle tremors, abdominal discomfort, abnormal heart rhythm and much more. See your pet doctor if your cat experiences any of the mentioned symptoms. Make sure to not to give darker chocolates as they are more harmful.
Grapes & Raisins
Grapes are usually used as treats for pets. But it is not at all a good idea. It is heard that grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in cats. Even a small amount can make them ill. Hyperactivity and repeated vomiting can be the early symptoms. Try to keep grapes away from the cat’s reach and make sure that they do not eat them.
Raw Eggs
It is not a good idea to give eggs to your kitty. It can cause two issues; the first is food poisoning and the second is a rare problem in which a protein in raw egg whites, called avidin, could interfere with the absorption of the B vitamin biotin. This can cause skin issues as well as problems with cat’s coat.
Too many treats
Consuming too many treats can cause the same issues human beings come across. Excess of treats can cause obesity as well as diabetes in cats. Be a responsible cat owner and do not feed your cat with tempting treats.
Your Medicines
Ingesting the medicines prescribed for humans is poisonous for cats. They can have a bad effect on your cat’s health. With it, do not give our cat an over-the-counter medicine unless advised by your doc. They contain some elements that can be hazardous for your kitties.
Kitchen pantry
You should not allow your cats to come near your kitchen pantry as some of the items found on kitchen shelves can be harmful to your cats. Keep your cat away from the pantry and cupboard doors. This will help your cat to be safe.
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So, be conscious and do not commit any mistake that can cause severe problems for your cat! Love her and provide her better a better living.
Author Bio:Mary Williams is a pet lover. She enjoys writing about pets and their significance in people’s lives. She is in love with cats and wants to write more and more about them. Her dream is to own a cute little pet family. She also wants to write on litter box odor control for cats as well.