what can't cats eat?

Answer 1

.Canned cat food that is cold from the fridge is bad. Nuke it about 8 seconds until room temp and stir well. Trust me on this unless you want them to barf.
.Cats should eat less than 10% human food in their diet. (processed foods are bad, keep snacks simple)
.They should not have raw meat or raw eggs or chocolate.
.No chicken bones (they splinter)
.Milk/cream for cats is a myth; their systems don't process it well.. (I do give mine a blob of evaporated milk the size of a quarter in the morning just for a taste though, have for years)
.Poinsettias are toxic as are many plants
.Growing wheat grass in a pot is good for your cat to nibble if they can't go out, they use greens for help w/ digestive trouble and aid in getting hairballs up (brush him regularly if he's a big shedder)
.I've heard anoles (lizards) are toxic but mine only play with them to no bad outcome.
.Unlimited supply of low ash dry food all day is good (cats don't chow like dogs, they stop when full) with a big bowl of clean water.
.I supplement mine with 1/4 can of canned food (extra protein for your cat) at night
.Dog food has high levels in something bad..I forget what/ keep 'em away from it-

Answer 2

Hi there...Some foods which are edible for humans, and even dogs, can pose hazards for cats because of their different metabolism. Some may cause only mild digestive upsets, whereas, others can cause severe illness, and even death. The following common food items should not be fed (intentionally or unintentionally) to cats. This list is, of course, incomplete because we can not possibly list everything your cat should not eat.

Items cat shouldn't eat are:
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Alcoholic beveragesCan cause intoxication, coma, and death.

Baby foodCan contain onion powder, which can be toxic to cats. (Please see onion below.) Can also result in nutritional deficiencies, if fed in large amounts.

Bones from fish, poultry, or other meat sourcesCan cause obstruction or laceration of the digestive system.

Canned tuna (for human consumption)Large amounts can cause malnutrition, since it lacks proper levels of vitamins and minerals.

Chocolate, coffee, tea, and other caffeineContain caffeine, theobromine, or theophylline, which can be toxic and affect the heart and nervous system.

Citrus oil extractsCan cause vomiting.

Dog foodIf accidental ingestion, will not cause a problem; if fed repeatedly, may result in malnutrition and diseases affecting the heart.

Fat trimmingsCan cause pancreatitis.

Grapes and raisinsContain an unknown toxin, which can damage the kidneys.

Human vitamin supplements containing ironCan damage the lining of the digestive system and be toxic to the other organs including the liver and kidneys.

Large amounts of liverCan cause Vitamin A toxicity, which affects muscles and bones.

Macadamia nutsContain an unknown toxin, which can affect the digestive and nervous systems and muscle.

MarijuanaCan depress the nervous system, cause vomiting, and changes in the heart rate.

Milk and other dairy productsSome adult cats and dogs do not have sufficient amounts of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the lactose in milk. This can result in diarrhea. Lactose-free milk products are available for cats.

Moldy or spoiled food, garbageCan contain multiple toxins causing vomiting and diarrhea and can also affect other organs.

MushroomsCan contain toxins, which may affect multiple systems in the body, cause shock, and result in death.

Onions and garlic (raw, cooked, or powder)Contain sulfoxides and disulfides, which can damage red blood cells and cause anemia. Cats are more susceptible than dogs. Garlic is less toxic than onions.

PersimmonsSeeds can cause intestinal obstruction and enteritis.

Potato, rhubarb, and tomato leaves; potato and tomato stemsContain oxalates, which can affect the digestive, nervous, and urinary systems. This is more of a problem in livestock.

Raw eggsContain an enzyme called avidin, which decreases the absorption of biotin (a B vitamin). This can lead to skin and hair coat problems. Raw eggs may also contain Salmonella.

Raw fishCan result in a thiamine (a B vitamin) deficiency leading to loss of appetite, seizures, and in severe cases, death. More common if raw fish is fed regularly.

SaltIf eaten in large quantities it may lead to electrolyte imbalances.

StringCan become trapped in the digestive system; called a "string foreign body."

Sugary foodsCan lead to obesity, dental problems, and possibly diabetes mellitus.

Table scraps (in large amounts)Table scraps are not nutritionally balanced. They should never be more than 10% of the diet. Fat should be trimmed from meat; bones should not be fed.

TobaccoContains nicotine, which affects the digestive and nervous systems. Can result in rapid heart beat, collapse, coma, and death.

Yeast doughCan expand and produce gas in the digestive system, causing pain and possible rupture of the stomach or intestines.

Answer 3

every thing that's doesn't say cat food

Answer 4

uncovered food,boiling saucepan,garbage can,plastic bags,poisonous houseplant,nails,rubber bands, glue,string,thumbtacks,thread,poisonous plant poisonous chemicals,pesticides,plant fertilizers,rodent poisons,antifreeze,alcohol,painkillers,disinfectants&cleaners,
insectiicdes&pesticides,slug&snail poisons,azalea,caladium,christmas rose,clematis,delphinium,dieffenbachia,ivy,lupine,mistletoe,oleander,philodendron,poinsettia,cherry laurel,rhododendrom,solanum,sweet pea.

Answer 5

I have heard that water is better then milk for adult cats....I wouldn't worry about anything you could give it cats will eat what they like.....but eating rodents can introduce worms

Answer 6

Chocolate it is not good for dogs or cats

Answer 7

Poinsettia plants are poison to cats.

Answer 8

Cats eat anything, just keep em away from plants, its posinous to them-j

Answer 9

NO CATNIP. it is literally marijuana for cats.

Answer 10

what do you mean why can't cats eat? they eat!