I think that cats like milk but is it really good for them to drink.
I figure that if she eats it it's fine thats okay with me but if she will live longer then that is the key.
2007-03-06 22:02:17 · 11 answers · asked by Raver Xeno 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
my cat loves cream! so i think it's ok to feed cats with it. remember to give your cat water to drink! milk is like a "meal" for them, and they need to drink after that.
2007-03-06 22:43:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Cheese is fine. Milk can, however, be problematic - most adult cats are lactose-intolerant. You can give her lactose-free milk, or special "cat milk" (which is basically lactose-free milk with added taurine sold in small containers at high prices), but it's not necessary if your cat is otherwise fed a high quality food.
However, many cats don't drink enough, which can lead to kidney problems later in life (especially if they're fed dry food). Lactose free milk can be a clever way to sneak more fluids into their diet.
I'd stay away from cream - it's too rich, and could cause weight gain and/or diarrhea. A tiny bit as an occasional treat would be okay, though.
2007-03-07 06:10:53 · answer #2 · answered by Ms. S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kittens are given their mother's milk, or bottle fed milk to provide those initial nutrients their body needs to begin growing.
Eventually, though, the digestive track can not process cow milk anymore. This will lead to intestinal problems.
Check with your cat's veterninarian the next time you have your cat in for a check-up or shots. Find out what he/she would recommend.
I've never had a vet tell me to give my cat milk, but I'm sure there are some that would recommend goat's milk, or another animal's milk - one that is more easily digestable.
2007-03-07 08:03:48 · answer #3 · answered by VAWoman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats are actually lactose intolerent, milk may cause diarrhea and upset stomach. They make specially formulated "cat milk" that is safe for them. Cheese is also a dairy product that may cause a problem, so only give it as a "treat" once in a while.
2007-03-07 11:34:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cheese is fine as a snack every now and then, but I wouldn't feed it to my cat every day.
As far as milk goes, it can cause upset tummy and runny stools in some cats because some cats are lactose intolerant.
If your cat likes milk you can by what's called "Cat Milk"...this will not bother the tummy or cause runny stool in a lactose intolerant cat.
2007-03-07 08:16:18 · answer #5 · answered by gracieandlizzie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i wouldn't recommend feeding your cat anything that is dairy based. if you really want to give your cat dairy, some pet stores sell a special milk just for cat, it is really good for them. i gave this to my cats when they were younger to help them stop drinking from their mother and to help them begin eating their own food. the only problem is it can get costly so i only give it to them as an occasional treat now.
2007-03-07 13:53:15 · answer #6 · answered by Kayla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a special type of cat milk you can buy from the pet store which is a bit more healthier.
2007-03-07 06:27:51 · answer #7 · answered by Flipgal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, cats are lactose intolerant, it will upset your cat's belly and cause diahrea. Cat food has the correct nutrients cats need. They are carnivores, meat eaters, not vegetarians or dairy animals.
2007-03-07 07:32:21 · answer #8 · answered by hello 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It wont really hurt her but i can cause the cat to have the ruins and stink up you whole house.
2007-03-07 15:17:39 · answer #9 · answered by camille b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no dairy ,makes them puke i did the same with my cat
2007-03-07 08:07:00 · answer #10 · answered by Carly-Bear 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋